BREAKING: Former President Muhammadu Buhari is dead
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The news of his passing was confirmed on Sunday by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, via a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter). According to the announcement, Buhari died this afternoon at a clinic in London.
By Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi
Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, is dead.
The news of his passing was confirmed on Sunday by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, via a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter). According to the announcement, Buhari died this afternoon at a clinic in London.
“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,” Ahmad wrote.
Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s civilian president from 2015 to 2023 and previously as a military ruler from 1983 to 1985, was widely recognized for his strong anti-corruption stance and his efforts to revamp the nation’s economy during his tenure.
He was also known for his controversial but impactful policies on national security, economic diversification, and the fight against insurgency, which defined much of his administration.
Further information regarding funeral arrangements is expected to be announced by the family in line with Islamic rites.
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