Nigeria's former President Muhammadu Buhari passed away in London at the age of 82 due to a prolonged illness, as confirmed by a presidential spokesperson. Buhari initially assumed power as a military ruler following a coup in the 1980s and later transitioned to a democratic role. He won the presidency in 2015 after defeating then-incumbent Goodluck Jonathan, a victory regarded as Nigeria's most equitable election. Flags are being lowered to half-staff in recognition of Buhari's death, which has been characterized by persistent health rumors throughout his leadership until 2023.
Nigeria's former President Muhammadu Buhari has died in London following a prolonged illness, confirmed by a presidential spokesperson. He was 82 years old.
Buhari first led Nigeria as a military ruler after a coup in the 1980s and later rebranded himself as a democrat, winning the presidency in 2015.
His defeat of incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015 was considered Nigeria's fairest election, marking a significant political transition.
Flags are ordered to fly at half-staff in honour of Buhari, whose presidency was marred by ongoing health rumors throughout his tenure.
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