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Buhari, Muhammadu

APC Condemns ADC's Criticism of President Buhari's State Burial

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded strongly to the African Democratic Party's (ADC) criticism of the dignified state burial accorded to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The ADC had accused the APC-led administration of exploiting Buhari's death for political gain, but the APC described the remarks as 'insensitive' and 'unacceptable.' In a statement issued on July 18, 2025, by the APC's National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party criticized the ADC for lacking empathy and understanding of customary state practices. Morka accused the ADC of being a 'party of mindless political dregs' and challenged the party's stance, questioning what alternative actions the ADC would have suggested for the government.

Key Takeaways:

  • The APC strongly condemned the ADC's criticism of the state burial of late President Muhammadu Buhari, describing the remarks as 'insensitive' and 'unacceptable.'
  • The ADC had accused the APC-led administration of exploiting Buhari's death for political gain, but the APC rejected the claim.
  • Felix Morka, the APC's National Publicity Secretary, criticized the ADC for lacking empathy and understanding of customary state practices.
  • Morka accused the ADC of being a 'party of mindless political dregs' and questioned the party's stance on the issue.
  • President Bola Tinubu was praised by the APC for his compassion and leadership during the state burial of Buhari.
  • The APC called on Nigerians to remain cautious of the ADC's tactics, describing its leaders as 'political marauders' who 'peddle falsehood and vilify a President who is hard at work for the transformation and progress of our nation.'

Statistics:

  • The late President Muhammadu Buhari was a soldier who served as a military Head of State and a two-term democratically elected President.
  • The state burial of Buhari was marked by national mourning and heartfelt gestures.
  • President Bola Tinubu and Nigerians across the country united in support of Buhari's grieving family.
  • The APC's statement was issued on July 18, 2025, by Felix Morka, the party's National Publicity Secretary.

Sources:

  • APC's statement issued on July 18, 2025

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