StatePress gathered that he died of COVID-19 complications at the first cardiology hospital in Lagos on Saturday.
His friends, Senator Ben Murray Bruce confirmed the development on his Facebook page.
Ben Bruce wrote:
"I have just lost my good friend of forever to #COVID19. Until his death, Sen. Buruji Kashamu and I were inseparable. He died today at First Cardiology Consultants, in Lagos. May his gentle soul rest in peace. I pray his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear this heavy loss."
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