Tinubu orders Shettima, Gbaja to Accompany Buhari’s Body back to Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered his vice, Kashim Shettima and Gbajabiamila to proceed to United Kingdom and receive the remains of late former president Buhari back to Nigeria

He earlier announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.

President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aisha Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.

President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.

Former President Buhari who was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023.

He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement said, President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader