Buhari, Kenyatta Mourn Prince Philip - A 'Global Icon'

Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has paid tribute to UK's Prince Philip, calling him a "global icon".

He said the Commonwealth will remember the prince "for generations to come".

In a statement Mr Buhari also called the Duke of Edinburgh "a great man" and hailed his "enormous contributions" to philanthropic activities and charities, especially those dealing with wildlife conservation and youth development.

Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has also paid tribute to UK's Prince Philip.

President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined other world leaders in mourning Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh who passed away Friday.

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