Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who died at the age of 82 in a London clinic, was buried on Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State. Buhari's remains departed London on Tuesday morning and arrived at Umar Musa Yar’adua Airport in Katsina before being transported to Daura for the burial. The state funeral drew numerous dignitaries, including President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, along with former presidents and other political figures. The burial ceremony was marked by public prayers, military honors, and attendance from thousands of Nigerians. Buhari, a retired major general, served both as a military ruler and a democratically elected president, leaving behind a mixed legacy. The burial took place at Buhari's family compound in Daura, with the nation paying its final respects.
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