A statement by his media aide, Femi Adesina, gave indications that the president was to proceed on the medical trip Sunday night.
Although there had been controversies surrounding Buhari’s health since he had not been seen in public for a while, there was no inkling that he was to proceed on the trip last night.
Adesina’s statement reads, “President Muhammadu Buhari proceeds to London tonight for follow-up medical consultation with his doctors.
“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”.
