Buhari’s death is collosal loss to Nigeria -Sanwo-Olu
By Aderonke Ojediran
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as a colossal loss to Nigeria.
Sanwo-Olu, in a condolence message on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, said Buhari was a transparent, courageous and honest leader.
The governor described the late former president as a man that truly loved Nigeria and contributed his quota toward her development.
“On behalf of my wife, Ibijoke, the people and government of Lagos State, I mourn the passing of former president Buhari, one of Nigeria’s most prominent military and democratic leaders.
“He was a courageous, disciplined, respected and passionate leader.
“His commitment to the growth and development of Nigeria is worthy of emulation because he provided honest and transparent leadership in the country,” the governor stated.
Sanwo-Olu commiserated with the immediate family of Buhari, and President Bola Tinubu over the death of his predecessor.
He also sympathised with leaders and members of the ruling All Progressives Congress over the demise of one of the respected founders and leaders of the party.
“Former president Buhari demonstrated unparalleled leadership skills, patriotism, and courage in steering the ship of Nigeria.
“He was a respected leader who served Nigeria passionately in different capacities and with unblemished records.
“He sacrificed the greater part of his life to the service of our dear country.
“Buhari contributed immensely to the unity, growth and development of Nigeria and served passionately as military administrator and minister of Petroleum Resources.
“My thoughts and prayers are with his family, especially his wife, Hajia Aisha Buhari, friends, political associates and the entire Federal Government, Kastina State and the good people of Daura.
“May God bless the former president’s soul and grant Nigerians the strength to bear this loss,” Sanwo-Olu stated.
After three failed attempts, Buhari achieved a historic victory in 2015, becoming the country’s first opposition candidate to defeat an incumbent. In 2019, he was re-elected for another four-year term. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Chioma Ugboma
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