“Today, Nigeria has lost a patriot, Katsina has lost its most illustrious son, and I have lost a father figure whose footsteps I have endeavoured to follow,” Radda said.

He said that the former President, served Nigeria with distinction as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985, and later as democratically elected President in 2015 and 2023.

“That represented the very best of Katsina’s values of integrity, service, and unwavering commitment to the masses.

“President Buhari was not just a leader; he was the embodiment of the common man’s aspirations.

“His people-oriented programmes and genuine love for the masses defined his leadership philosophy,” Radda observed.

The governor stated that the former President Buhari’s legacy transcends political affiliations, describing him as a leader who consistently championed the cause of ordinary Nigerians throughout his distinguished career.

“From his early days as a military leader to his transformative presidency, President Buhari never forgot his roots,” he said.

The governor said that Buhari remained connected to the soil of Katsina and the hearts of its people.

“His passing leaves an irreplaceable void in our collective consciousness,” Kaula-Mohammed quoted Radda as saying.

“As we mourn this irreparable loss, Radda said: “We must also celebrate a life well-lived in service to humanity.

“President Buhari’s legacy of putting people first will continue to inspire generations of leaders,” he concluded.

Radda extended heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the people of Katsina State and all Nigerians who have been touched by Buhari’s remarkable life of service. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Bashir Rabe Mani