Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has on Sunday, May 7, 2017 been flown out of the country to London on yet another indefinite medical leave.
This information was confirmed by Femi Adesina, a spokesperson to the president, on Facebook, a few minutes ago.
“President Muhammadu Buhari proceeds to London tonight for follow-up medical consultation with his doctors,” Adesina wrote.
“He had planned to leave Sunday afternoon, but decided to tarry a bit, due to the arrival of 82 Chibok girls who arrived Abuja earlier in the day.
“The president wishes to assure all Nigerians that there is no cause for worry. He is very grateful for the prayers and good wishes of the people, and hopes they would continue to pray for the peace and unity of the nation.
“The length of the president’s stay in London will be determined by the doctors. Government will continue to function normally under the able leadership of the Vice President.
“President Buhari has transmitted letters about the trip to the Senate and the House of Representatives, in compliance with Section 145 (1) of the 1999 Constitution,” the statement ended.
This means that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo resumes his role as acting president, once again.
