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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as a profound national tragedy and an irreplaceable loss to the nation.
The announcement was made public on Sunday through a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
“President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness,” the statement read.
President Tinubu, according to the statement, has reached out personally to Buhari’s widow, Aisha Buhari, to express his heartfelt condolences.
“President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences,” Onanuga confirmed.
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In response to the development, Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to the United Kingdom to oversee the immediate arrangements and accompany the remains of the late president back to Nigeria.
“President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria,” the statement continued.
As part of the national mourning, President Tinubu has also instructed that all flags across the country be flown at half-mast.
“President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader,” the statement concluded.
Further announcements regarding burial arrangements and national memorial activities are expected in the coming days.
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