Tinubu arrives Katsina to receive Buhari’s body for burial

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Katsina to receive the remains of his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari.

Buhari passed away in London on Sunday at the age of 82.

Adesina: Buhari could’ve long been dead if he used Nigerian hospitals

Vice President Kashim Shettima departed London in the early hours of Tuesday, July 15, 2025, with the remains of the former president back to Nigeria.

On arrival at the Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport in Katsina, Tinubu was received by Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, governors, and Chairman of Dangote Group Aliko Dangote, among others.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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