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Nigerian president travels abroad for medical consultation

Xinhua, May 7, 2017 Adjust font size:

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is to proceed to London on Sunday night for follow-up medical consultation with his doctors, a statement said.

The statement signed by Femi Adesina, the president's spokesperson added that the Nigerian leader had planned to leave Sunday afternoon, but decided to tarry a bit, due to the arrival of 82 Chibok girls who arrived in Abuja earlier in the day.

The statement quoted Buhari as assuring all Nigerians that there is no cause for worry.

Adesina said the length of the President's stay in London will be determined by the doctors, saying that 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," he added.

The Nigerian leader had traveled to London in January for a similar check up. He returned on March 10.

Last June, the President also traveled to check for an ear infection. Endit