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Xi extends condolences over death of former Nigerian president Buhari

President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence on Wednesday to Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the passing of former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday at the age of 82.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi expressed deep condolences and extended sincere sympathy to the family of Buhari, and to the Nigerian government and people.