Thousands of Nigerians attend funeral of ex-President Buhari
Thousands of Nigerians attended the funeral procession of former President Muhammadu Buhari, in his hometown of Dauru.

Thousands of Nigerians attended the funeral procession of former President Muhammadu Buhari, in his hometown of Dauru.

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