(In Nigeria) “Nnamdi Kanu, Buhari Body‑Double Claim Resurfaces After Former President’s Death”

 

Following the recent confirmation of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s death, Nigeria is abuzz with renewed interest in Nnamdi Kanu’s controversial 2017 claim that Buhari had died and was replaced by a body double named Jibril from Sudan. Kanu, a prominent figure, alleged that Buhari passed away during medical treatment abroad, with the Nigerian government orchestrating a cover-up to maintain political stability. He further predicted that Buhari’s death would only be publicly acknowledged two years after his exit from office.

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Once dismissed as a fringe conspiracy theory, Kanu’s assertions are now gaining significant traction across social and political circles. Social media platforms are flooded with posts revisiting his claims, sparking heated debates among supporters and critics. The resurfacing of this theory has fueled widespread speculation and controversy, as Nigerians grapple with the implications of Kanu’s alleged prediction in the wake of Buhari’s passing.

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