Former Nigerian President Buhari, twice leader of Africa’s most populous nation, dies at 82
Summary
Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria's former president, passed away at the age of 82 in London while receiving medical care. He was Nigeria's leader twice, first as a military head of state and then as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023. Buhari was the first opposition candidate to win a presidential election in Nigeria.Key Facts
- Muhammadu Buhari served as Nigeria's president twice, first as a military leader and then through democratic election.
- He became Nigeria's president in 2015 after winning the election on his fourth attempt.
- Buhari was the first opposition candidate in Nigeria to win a presidential election.
- He died in London at 82 years old, where he had been getting medical treatment.
- Buhari was in office until 2023, when Bola Tinubu succeeded him.
- Nigeria is Africa's most populous country and one of the largest economies on the continent.
- During Buhari's presidency, Nigeria faced challenges like extremist violence, economic troubles, and widespread corruption.
- Buhari's body will be brought back to Nigeria, and the country will observe a mourning period with flags at half-staff.
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