Buhari Dies in London Hospital
Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, has died in a London hospital.
A statement from the family and signed by his former media aide, Garba Shehu, confirmed that the elder statesman died Sunday afternoon at a clinic in the United Kingdom.
The brief statement read:
“Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un. 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.”
Born on December 17, 1942, in Daura, Katsina State, Buhari served as Nigeria’s Head of State between January 1984 and August 1985 following a military coup, and later returned to power as a democratically elected president in 2015, serving two consecutive terms until 2023.
Buhari was known for his anti-corruption stance, infrastructural development initiatives, and efforts to combat insecurity, even as his administration faced criticism on economic and human rights issues.
Tributes have begun pouring in from across the country and beyond, with many remembering him for his discipline, integrity, and influence in shaping Nigeria’s democratic journey.
Funeral arrangements are yet to be announced by the family.
