Former Nigerian President Buhari's Remains Returned for Burial

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away at the age of 82 in a London clinic on Sunday, will be repatriated to his hometown in Katsina state for burial. The Katsina state governor, Dikko Radda, is currently in London with Buhari’s family and confirmed that the burial will take place later today in Daura, located 50 miles from Katsina city. Nigeria's Vice-President, Kashim Shettima, is also accompanying Buhari’s remains back to Nigeria.

Buhari died following a brief illness, though he had a history of health challenges. Despite his status as a former president, there will be no state funeral. In adherence to Islamic customs, he will be interred promptly, with local cleric Abdullahi Garangamawa emphasizing the significance of a timely burial. By Islamic tradition, they prefer not to conduct burials at night, indicating that if the body arrives late today, the burial will occur tomorrow morning.

The former military general has received numerous tributes praising his dedication to Nigeria. Former President Goodluck Jonathan remembered Buhari’s selflessness and patriotism, while General Ibrahim Babangida highlighted his enduring influence as a moral leader. Current President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a week-long national mourning period in honor of Buhari, pledging that the nation would pay its respects with dignity and honor, beginning with national flags being flown at half-mast.