VP Shettima Arrives London to Accompany Buhari’s Remains to Nigeria
Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in London on Sunday morning to accompany the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria for burial.
In a statement, Shettima disclosed that he was in the UK alongside the Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, on the directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the passing of the former Nigerian leader.
“I was received on arrival by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yusuf Tuggar, and the Governor of Borno State, Babagana Umara Zulum,” Shettima stated.
The Vice President confirmed that Buhari, who died after a prolonged illness, will be buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State.
Shettima’s visit marks the beginning of formal state arrangements to honour the late president, whose death was announced by presidential spokesperson Garba Shehu on Saturday, July 13.
