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SGF, Akpabio, former Army staff mourn Buhari

The Southern Governors’ Forum (SGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his passing as a great loss to the nation.
In a statement issued on behalf of the Forum’s Chairman, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, the SGF said Buhari’s death was a moment of national reflection on the values he embodied.
“The Southern Governors’ Forum extends its heartfelt condolences to the nation following the unfortunate passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The loss of the former president marks a profound moment of reflection for all Nigerians” the statement partly reads.
The governors noted that Buhari, who led the country both as a military ruler and a democratically elected president, was dedicated to public service and the advancement of the country. They commended his efforts in promoting national development, security, unity, and democracy.
“He was a leader who understood the intricacies of Nigeria’s diverse society and sought to foster a sense of belonging among all citizens. His legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire future generations of leaders.” The forum added.
The SGF also urged Nigerians to honour Buhari’s memory by upholding the ideals he stood for.
They prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul and urged the public to honor his lifetime by recognizing the positive impact he had on countless lives.
In a related development Former Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya (Rtd), CFR also extolled the virtue of the late president in a condolence message.
He expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended his condolences to his family, the government and the general public describing late Buhari as a visionary leader “whose legacy will continue to guide generations yet unborn”
The retired lieutenant general also recalled how Buhari provided him with support and guidance in the fight against insecurity during his tenure “Under his leadership, the Nigerian Army became more professional, better equipped, and more effectively trained to tackle contemporary security challenges. I am proud of the accomplishments recorded during my tenure. These achievements are directly attributed to President Buhari’s visionary leadership, guidance and commitment to national security.” He wrote.
He also prayed for the soul of the departed former president describing him as a patriot “Nigeria has lost a patriot. Africa has lost a statesman. Humanity has lost a man of honour. May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest and reward his noble deeds with Aljannatul Firdaus, amen.”
Similarly, Senate President Godswill Akpabio also expressed sadness over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a statesman and a leader known for integrity.
In a statement he personally signed, Akpabio condoled with President Bola Tinubu, the people of Katsina State, and Buhari’s family, especially his wife Aisha and their children.
He said Buhari was a disciplined military officer who later became a strong democratic leader and the first opposition candidate to defeat a sitting president in Nigeria.
“I worked with him as a minister and can say he lived a simple life and always thought about the people,” he said.
He prayed for God to comfort Buhari’s family and for Allah to grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.
Former President Muhammad Buhari died on Sunday in London at the age of 82 after battling a prolonged illness.
The vice president Kashim Shettima and chief of staff Femi Gbajabiamila have been ordered to escort his remains home by President Tinubu where he will be buried in line with islamic rites.
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ADC Coalition: Kwankwaso has not decided his movement yet – NNPP Chairman Dungurawa

The Kano State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party NNPP, Suleiman Hashimu Dungurawa, has debunked speculations that the Party’s 2023 Presidential Candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is decamping to ADC.
NNPP claimed that the questions of Kwankwaso joining ADC or any other party is just a miscalculation by politicians who are afraid of the leader of Kwankwasiyya Movements.
Dungurawa, who was speaking to Newsmen in Kano, Monday, hinted that Kwankwaso is not one of those pushover politicians who take decisions without appraising and deeply thinking about their consequences.
“Don’t forget, Kwankwaso today is the Political Leader of Northern Nigeria, and every Politician specifically in this region is looking up to him, so it will be malicious to say he is decamping out for now”.
The Chairman, asked, “why are Nigerian politicians panicking about Kwankwaso’s movements? let them calm down, the times of decision is yet to come, we are people who are too calculative. we don’t just take actions with due consideration”.
While answering questions of the fact that Kwankwaso was seen in places talking to other camps, Suleiman Dungurawa, said, “as a politician who has a PhD in the field, do you expect him to hide himself or dessert people, no way he can talk to anybody but that does not mean anything, is a normal things”.
He said, “those so called followers and supporters of Kwankwaso who are jittery about where he is going, they are pretending followers, but the genuine ones know that Kwankwaso doesn’t take any decisions without talking to them and seeking advice from as low as a ward supporter”.
Talking about the performances of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf in the last two years, the NNPP Chairman, said opposition are today overwhelmed by the works of the Governor to the extent that you don’t hear their voices.
“Governor Yusuf’s heavy infrastructural development overwhelmed the opposition they can’t even show their presence anywhere in Kano, that is why we are proud of what he is doing”.
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Buhari was a true nationalist – Abba Moro

Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, has expressed sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday in London.
Speaking on behalf of the Senate Minority Caucus, Moro described the former President as a true patriot and nationalist dedicated to preserving Nigeria’s unity.
He noted that Buhari’s death represents a significant loss to the nation.
The lawmaker extended the condolences of the Minority Caucus to Buhari’s immediate family, the Government of Katsina State, and the Federal Government.
He also prayed that Almighty Allah grant the former president eternal rest and peace.
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Buhari: You can trust him with everything, he won’t betray you – Abdulsalami Abubakar

Former military head of state, Abdulsalami Abubakar, says the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari can be trusted with anything without fear of betrayal.
Abubakar stated this on Monday in an interview with Channels Television, a day after the passing of the former Nigerian leader who died in a London hospital.
The ex-Head of State said his relationship with the former President was a cordial one, describing him as gentle but exceptionally honest.
“Unfortunately we were in the same hospital together, but I have been discharged. When I heard the news of his passing away, I quickly went there to condole with the family and see what can be done in order to get the corpse ready to be taken home.
“My relationship with him went as far back as 1962 when we joined the military. He was my senior and during the unfortunate civil war, we were fighting in the same camp. I was with him. He was a gentleman who was very quiet but exceptionally honest. You can trust Buhari with everything and he will not betray you.
“His tenure as a military officer, he tried to fight corruption and also he established the War Against Indiscipline in order for Nigeria to behave the way the civilised world behaves. And Nigeria was cleaner and more respectful but unfortunately we lost those values he tried to inculcate in Nigeria. When he became the democratic president, again, he tried his best to make sure he fights corruption. Unfortunately, most of the officers who served with him are found wanting. They did not do what was expected of them. His death has been a big blow to Nigeria,” the retired Army General said.
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