Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Nigeria for London on an official mission assigned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His task is to accompany the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria for burial arrangements.
The trip follows President Tinubu's directive, underscoring the federal government's commitment to according the late leader a dignified homecoming and final rites. Shettima is expected to lead a delegation that will work closely with Nigerian and British authorities to ensure a smooth repatriation process.
Sources indicate that the former president's body will be flown back to Abuja in the coming days, where preparations for a state funeral are underway. The federal government has declared a period of national mourning, with flags to be flown at half-mast nationwide in honor of the deceased statesman.
Further details regarding the burial program will be communicated by the presidency in due course. The vice president's office confirmed that Shettima will return immediately after fulfilling his duties in London to participate in the funeral proceedings.
This development comes as dignitaries, political leaders, and international figures prepare to pay their last respects to Nigeria's former leader. The burial is expected to draw high-profile attendees from across the country and beyond.
As of press time, the presidency has not released additional information regarding the timeline for the interment. However, government officials assure that all necessary arrangements are being made to give the late president a befitting farewell.
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