Muhammadu Buhari, former Nigeria’s President, is reportedly receiving medical treatment in a London hospital after falling ill.
TheNewsGuru recalls that Buhari was President of Nigeria from May 29, 2015 to May 29 2023 – serving two terms as President.
According to sources close to the former president’ family, Buhari initially travelled to the United Kingdom for what was described as a routine medical check-up, but subsequently took ill.
“There are conflicting reports about when exactly he became unwell,” a source said.
“Some say he fell ill in Nigeria and was flown out. Others insist he only took ill after arriving in London for regular medical checks.”
This information was confirmed by Buhari’s former Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu.
He said: “Following your enquiry, I wish to state as follows: It is true that the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, is unwell. He has been receiving treatment in the UK.
“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.”
However, both Shehu and the sources failed to disclose Buhari’s ailment and the identity of the hospital where he is being treated.