Garba Shehu, former Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, has provided an update on the health of the ex-president, who is currently receiving medical treatment in the United Kingdom.

Legit.ng reported that Buhari spent days at the intensive care unit (ICU) in a London hospital after he fell ill in the United Kingdom (UK).

Buhari’s close relative said the former president took ill in London during a medical check-up trip.

Shehu confirmed on Wednesday, July 3, that Buhari had fallen ill while in the UK but reassured Nigerians that the former leader was recovering well under medical care.

However, the nature of Buhari's ailment was not disclosed.

Responding to questions about Buhari’s health, Shehu said,

“It is true that the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, is unwell. He has been receiving treatment in the UK.”

He reminded the public that Buhari had earlier announced he would be going for his annual medical check-up but became ill during the visit, Vanguard reported.

Shehu expressed optimism about Buhari’s condition, saying,

“I am happy to announce to you that he is doing well in his recovery while receiving treatment. We pray for his healthy recovery.”

During his time in office, Buhari regularly travelled to London for routine medical examinations, Daily Trust reported.

However, these visits were paused temporarily due to the coronavirus pandemic.

In 2017, Buhari spent over 100 days in London receiving treatment for an undisclosed health issue, raising concerns about his wellbeing at the time.

According to State House, Buhari won a popular victory in the presidential elections of March 28, 2015 and was sworn into Office as President, Commander-In Chief of the Armed Forces on May 29, 2015.

He was the first presidential candidate and president of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

The perception of most Nigerians about the character of Buhari greatly influenced the outcome of the 2015 elections.

The APC campaign slogan of “Change” was widely embraced by Nigerians who longed for a new direction after 16 years of PDP rule at the national level.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Buhari expressed regret for not attending the ECOWAS 50th anniversary celebration held in Lagos on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, Buhari said he missed the event due to a routine medical check-up in the United Kingdom.

Buhari hailed President Tinubu, who is the leader of the bloc, and paid tribute to General Yakubu Gowon, the only surviving founder of ECOWAS.

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Source: Legit.ng