Former President Buhari’s remains laid to rest

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The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari have been laid to rest at his residence in Daura, Katsina State.

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Mr Buhari was lowered into the grave by Vice President Kashim Shettima and others at about 5:50 p.m.

The former president’s body, accompanied by his successor, President Bola Tinubu, and other elites, arrived at his residence around 4:33 p.m.

After the Islamic prayer was observed at the helipad where the chopper landed, Mr Tinubu led a team of mourners to the graveside.

The former president’s remains, wrapped in Nigeria’s flag, were carried into the vicinity by top military officers.

Mr Buhari died Sunday evening after a prolonged illness. He died at 82 at the famous The London Clinic.

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His body was accompanied back home by family members and other dignitaries, including Mr Shettima.

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Mr Buhari’s remains arrived at the Katsina airport from London around 2:00 p.m. From there, his remains were taken to Daura, his hometown.

Before he was buried, the former president was honoured with gun salutes.