CITIZENS COMPASS—As a mark of respect for Nigerian former President, Muhammadu Buhari who died on Sunday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered flags to be hoisted at half-staff.
Tinubu announced President Buhari’s passing, ordered Vice President Kazzim Shettima to the United Kingdom to accompany the body back home.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday.
“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.
“President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
“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.
“Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023.
“He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.
“President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.”
