By George OZALLA
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London after a prolonged illness. President Tinubu spoke with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow, and offered his deep condolences.
President Buhari died at approximately 4:30 pm in London. President Tinubu has ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.
President Tinubu has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader. Funeral arrangements will be announced later, following Islamic traditions.
President Buhari served as Nigeria’s President from 2015 to 2023 and previously ruled as military Head of State from January 1984 to August 1985.
