Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Dies At 82 In London
Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has died at the age of 82 in a clinic in London, United Kingdom.
The news of his passing was confirmed on Sunday by his former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, in a post on X (formerly Twitter). “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,” Shehu wrote.
Sources close to the family said Buhari had been battling an undisclosed illness for some time and was recently discharged from intensive care.
He reportedly fell ill during a routine medical visit abroad and had remained under close observation in the weeks leading up to his death.
Buhari, a retired Major General, was a towering figure in Nigerian politics.
He first came to power as a military head of state between 1983 and 1985 following a coup, before returning to lead the country as a democratically elected president in 2015.
His civilian presidency, which spanned two terms until 2023, was marked by a tough anti-corruption drive, major economic reforms, and efforts to stem the tide of insecurity, particularly in the north of the country.
Tributes have begun pouring in from political leaders, citizens, and international observers, reflecting on Buhari’s legacy and his impact on Nigeria’s political landscape.
Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced in the coming hours.
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