President Bola Tinubu had “ordered” Vice President Kashim Shettima to accompany the body of former President, Muhammadu Buhari as arrangements are made for the remains of the ex-president to be returned to Nigeria.
President Tinubu also ordered that Nigeria’s national flag be flown at half-mast in respect of the departed former head of state.
The orders of the president is contained in a statement issued by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga on Sunday.
The statement reads:
“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 2019.
“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.
