• Flags to fly at Half Mast Across Nigeria, All Embassies Abroad
By Abiola Olawale
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the death of his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
In a solemn gesture of respect, Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to the United Kingdom to accompany Buhari’s remains back to Nigeria.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu announced the passing of Buhari, who died at the age of 82 in a London clinic.
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to Buhari’s widow, Mrs. Aishat Buhari, and the entire family, speaking with her to convey the nation’s sympathies.
In keeping with tradition and national protocols of national mourning for departed Head of State, Tinubu also ordered all national flags to be flown at half-staff across Nigeria and at Nigerian foreign missions worldwide, effective immediately.
The statement reads in part: “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.”
