BREAKING: Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Dies In London Clinic

Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, has passed away in a London clinic, according to a statement released by his family and confirmed by a close former aide, Garba Shehu.

The late president reportedly died earlier this afternoon, though specific medical details surrounding his passing have yet to be disclosed.

Garba Shehu, who served as Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity during Buhari’s presidency, made the announcement via the X platform (formerly Twitter), invoking the Islamic funeral prayer: “Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un,” meaning “From God we come and to Him we return.”

Buhari, 82, served as Nigeria’s Head of State between 1983 and 1985 following a military coup, and later as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023 under the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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He was widely recognized for his anti-corruption stance, military background, and controversial economic policies. His time in office drew both praise and criticism from within and outside Nigeria.

The former president had reportedly been in London for medical care, a city where he previously spent significant time during his presidency for health-related issues.

Funeral arrangements and official government reaction are expected in the coming hours. The presidency and other stakeholders have yet to issue formal condolences as of press time.

May Allah grant him eternal rest and admit him into Aljannatul Firdaus. Amin.

More details to follow.