The burial arrangements for former President, Muhammadu Buhari, have been announced by the Katsina State Government
At a press briefing on Monday, Governor Dikko Radda – said following consultations with the late president’s family and close associates in London, it has been agreed that his remains would arrive in Katsina on Tuesday – for internment
He disclosed that the burial would take place in Daura, the hometown of the late president by 2pm
Radda extended his deep condolences to the family of the late President and all Nigerians mourning his loss
Earlier on Monday, Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, arrived in London, the United Kingdom, to receive the body of the late president.
The Nigerian delegation to the United Kingdom was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar; Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum; among others.
Late President Buhari led the country from the 29th of May, 2015 to the 29th of May, 2023. – having initially served as Military Head of State between 1984 and 1985
He died on Sunday at a London hospital at the age of 82
News Edited by Favour Owonibi