BREAKING! Former President, Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London Clinic At 82

Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, has been confirmed dead, according to an official announcement by members of his inner circle.The news was made public on Sunday via statements released by Garba Shehu, his longtime spokesperson, and Bashir Ahmad, his former aide.In a brief statement shared by Shehu, he wrote:Quote“The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin.”Though details surrounding the cause of death remain undisclosed, sources indicate that Buhari had been receiving medical attention in the United Kingdom in recent weeks.Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, was a retired Major General and previously led the country as military head of state between 1983 and 1985. His legacy spans decades of influence in both military and civilian governance.Tributes are already pouring in from political leaders

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BREAKING! Former President, Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London Clinic At 82

Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, has been confirmed dead, according to an official announcement by members of his inner circle.

The news was made public on Sunday via statements released by Garba Shehu, his longtime spokesperson, and Bashir Ahmad, his former aide.

In a brief statement shared by Shehu, he wrote:

Quote

“The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.
May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin.”

Though details surrounding the cause of death remain undisclosed, sources indicate that Buhari had been receiving medical attention in the United Kingdom in recent weeks.

Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, was a retired Major General and previously led the country as military head of state between 1983 and 1985. His legacy spans decades of influence in both military and civilian governance.

Tributes are already pouring in from political leaders, dignitaries, and citizens across the country and beyond, as the nation mourns the loss of one of its most prominent post-independence figures.

Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in the coming days.