Tinubu Sends Shettima to Escort Buhari’s Body Back to Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to London and accompany the body of former President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria.

According to a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Buhari passed away in London around 4:30pm on Sunday. Tinubu has also ordered national flags to fly at half-mast in honor of the late leader and personally extended condolences to Buhari’s widow, Aisha Buhari.