Body of former Nigerian leader Buhari to be flown home for simple burial
Summary
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari passed away in a London clinic at the age of 82. His body is being returned to Nigeria for burial in his hometown, Daura, with a simple ceremony as per Islamic customs. Nigeria declared a national mourning period, with tributes pouring in from various leaders.Key Facts
- Muhammadu Buhari, former President of Nigeria, died at 82 in London.
- His body is being flown back to Nigeria for burial in Daura, Katsina state.
- The burial will follow Islamic traditions, aiming for a quick and simple ceremony.
- Nigeria's Vice-President and other officials are accompanying Buhari's body back from London.
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a seven-day national mourning period.
- Tributes came from leaders including former President Goodluck Jonathan and General Ibrahim Babangida.
- National flags in Nigeria will be flown at half-mast during the mourning period.
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