Buhari was a true patriot – Obasanjo pays tribute to late former President
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed his condolences following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot who dedicated himself to the progress and development of Nigeria. Buhari passed away on Sunday at the age of 82 in a London clinic.
In a heartfelt statement released through his Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Kehinde Akinyemi, Obasanjo shared his sadness upon hearing the news. He remarked, “It is with a heavy heart I received the news of the passing of a colleague, a comrade, a cool patriot and a soldier, General Muhammadu Buhari.”
Obasanjo highlighted Buhari’s multifaceted contributions: “He played his role as a soldier, as an administrator, and a statesman among numerous obligations he performed.”
Reflecting on the current challenges facing the nation, Obasanjo emphasized the need for collective wisdom from past leaders, stating, “At a time like this, we need the totality of the experience and what I may call statesmanship of all those who had opportunities to run the affairs of this country to get us out of the situation we are in.”
He concluded with a heartfelt farewell: “Buhari will be sorely missed and may his soul rest in perfect peace.”
Source: PUNCH
