Buhari will depart for the UK later today to attend the coronation of King Charles III

President Muhammadu Buhari will depart for the UK later today to attend the coronation of King Charles III.

While in the UK, the president will also take part in a summit for presidents and heads of government of Commonwealth countries on Friday.

The presidency shared details of Buhari’s imminent trip in a statement on Wednesday morning.

Buckingham Palace is pleased to announce that the Coronation of His Majesty The King will take place on Saturday 6th May, 2023.

The Coronation Ceremony will take place at Westminster Abbey, London, and will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.

The Ceremony will see His Majesty King Charles III crowned alongside The Queen Consort.

The Coronation will reflect the monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry.

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