Tinubu's Administration Hails Buhari's Reforms, But Dismisses Claims on 2015 Presidency

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The immediate past Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has clarified the controversy surrounding President Bola Tinubu's administration's handling of the 2015 presidency. According to Mustapha, the victory of former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015 was due to the aggregation of votes from various parties, totaling 15.4 million votes. This includes Buhari's existing 12.2 million votes and an additional 3.2 million votes from other parties in the merger. President Tinubu, represented by Senator George Akume, praised Buhari for laying the foundation for the reforms his administration is carrying out.

Key Takeaways:

  • The victory of former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015 was attributed to a total of 15.4 million votes, comprising 12.2 million votes from Buhari and 3.2 million votes from other parties in the merger.
  • President Tinubu's administration has hailed Buhari for laying the foundation for the reforms being carried out under his leadership.
  • The Tinubu administration has acknowledged the effort of predecessor President Buhari and pledges to consider, consolidate, and strengthen the reform-oriented path.
  • Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, commended Buhari for his disposition during his tenure.
  • Former Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, called for a rethink of the selection process for presidents and governors across the 36 states of the federation.

Statistics:

  • 15.4 million votes totalled for former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015
  • 12.2 million votes from Buhari in 2015
  • 3.2 million votes from other parties in the merger in 2015 addition to Buhari's votes
  • 2015 presidential election voter data

Sources:

  • "According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesperson's Experience," written by former presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu
  • Speech by Boss Mustapha at the unveiling of the book, 'According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesperson's Experience'
  • Statement by Senator George Akume on behalf of President Tinubu
  • Interview with Yakubu Gowon
  • Statement by Prof. Ibrahim Gambari