The remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari has been interred at his Daura home after a colourful military honour and presentation at his graveside followed by 21-gun salute.

It was a very emotional moment as the President’s only son, Yusuf, cried uncontrollably Local people climbed trees to see the ceremony as crowd was restricted to the residence.

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, gave a speech honouring the former president.

The chief imam of Daura led prayers  for the repose of his soul at the final rites ceremony which held at a makeshift prayer ground.

The former President was buried at exactly 5:50 PM.

The grave was narrow just wide enough to accommodate the body in line with Islamic rites.

President Bola Tinubu, where only a few of the dignitaries had access to, were at the graveside to pay their last respects.

The son of the former President was the only family member seen at the graveside, the son was seen greeting Tinubu and Vice President Shettima.

The flag  was taken off the body and given to the family in gratitude for his service to Nigeria.

The Chief Imam conducted the last prayers at the grave side. The flag was removed from the body and presented to the family as a token of appreciation for his service to Nigeria.