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Tinubu Orders Nigerian Flag Fly At Half-Mast In Honour Of Departed Ex President Buhari

…Tinubu (left) and late Buhari

President Bola Tinubu has ordered Nigerian flag fly at half-mast as a mark of respect for the immediate past President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari who died today, July 13, in London.
The President also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom immediately to accompany Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.
A statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga confirmed that “Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.”
The statement said that President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs. Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
He recalled that late Muhammadu 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.”