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FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI PASSES AWAY IN LONDON CLINIC

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has passed away at the age of 82 in a clinic in London, United Kingdom. The news of his demise was announced by his former spokesperson, Garba Shehu, in a statement on Sunday. Former Spokesperson, Garba Shehu said, “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin.” Garba Shehu’s statement brought the sad news to Nigerians and the international community. Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, had been battling an undisclosed ailment and was receiving treatment at the London hospital. Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced in the coming hours, as tributes begin to pour in from across Nigeria. Garba Shehu’s announcement has sparked an outpouring of condolences, with many paying tribute to Buhari’s leadership and legacy. The former president’s passing marks the end of an era in Nigerian politics, and his contributions to the country’s development will be remembered for generations to come. As the nation mourns the loss of this iconic leader, Garba Shehu’s words will continue to resonate, as Nigerians pray for the repose of Buhari’s soul. May Allah grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin.

FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI UNDERGOES MEDICAL TREATMENT IN LONDON

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been undergoing medical treatment in London since April, after a routine medical check-up ballooned into a full-scale admission following an illness. This was confirmed by his longtime spokesperson, Garba Shehu, who assured Nigerians that the former president is responding well to treatment. “It is true that the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, is unwell. He has been receiving treatment in the UK,” Shehu said. “You would recall he made it known that he was going for his annual medical check-up. He became ill there, but I am happy to announce to you that he is doing well in his recovery while receiving treatment. We pray for his healthy recovery.” According to sources close to the family, Buhari was placed in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) last week but has since been moved out and is now recuperating in London. The nature of his illness and the name of the hospital where he is being treated have not been disclosed. This development has raised concerns about Buhari’s health, given his history of prolonged medical check-ups overseas during his two-term reign between 2015 and 2023. Some notable instances include his 50-day stay in London in January 2017 and another 104-day stay in May 2017, which sparked intense public concern about his fitness to govern. Buhari’s absence from key events, including the 50th anniversary celebration of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has also fueled speculation about his health. In a statement, he explained that medical assessments in the UK required his attention. Shehu’s statement has provided some reassurance about Buhari’s condition, but the lack of transparency about his health has continued to spark concern.

EUROPEAN LEADERS GATHER IN LONDON FOR UKRAINE SUMMIT

European leaders have begun arriving in London for a major summit to discuss security and support for Ukraine. The meeting comes after a fiery exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Friday. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer greeted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who said that Italy and the UK share a “similar mindset” on Ukraine. Other European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, have also reiterated their support and desire for a lasting peace. Starmer said the UK and France will work with Ukraine “on a plan to stop the fighting” with Russia and will then “discuss that plan” with the US. Zelensky will also meet King Charles III later today. The summit aims to present a united European front in support of Ukraine, with leaders expected to discuss increased defense spending and security guarantees. However, the breakdown in relations between Ukraine and the US is likely to dominate the meeting. As Alastair Campbell, former Labour spin doctor, noted, “We are lucky to have Keir Starmer there right now” to play a brokering role in the negotiations. Campbell also criticized Trump’s behavior, calling it “utterly disgusting” and a “massive mistake.” The meeting comes as Ukraine reported at least two people killed in overnight strikes by Russia. The summit is seen as a crucial moment in the ongoing conflict, with European leaders seeking to find a lasting solution to the crisis.