Former Nigerian President Buhari to Be Laid to Rest in Hometown on Tuesday

Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died at 82 in London after a prolonged illness, will be buried on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina state. His body is being repatriated from the UK, with Vice President Kashim Shettima overseeing arrangements. Buhari ruled Nigeria as a military leader (1984–85) and later served as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023. Remembered for his integrity and anti-corruption stance, he also faced criticism for failing to improve the economy and national security. President Tinubu praised him as a patriot, and Nigeria will observe seven days of mourning with flags at half-mast.