Tribute to Late President Muhammadu Buhari: A Look at the Outpouring of Condolences and Remembering His Legacy

The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, with leaders and citizens alike paying tribute to his remarkable life and service. Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's personal pain over Buhari's passing, describing it as a major loss not only to his family but to the nation and the entire African continent.

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The opposition leaders, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former governor of Kaduna State Nasir el-Rufai, and 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate Peter Obi, have visited the grave of former President Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, to condole with his family and pay their respects.
Late President Buhari's daughter, Hadiza Mohammed, reminisced about her father's teachings on good morals, recalling a particular incident where they were asked to return a balance of N15 from an exercise book purchase, and he taught them to always return what belongs to others and not take what belongs to others.
Former Executive Chairman Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Farida Waziri expressed her gratitude to late President Buhari, saying he rectified her rightful retirement rank as Assistant Inspector General of Police, demonstrating his character and commitment to justice.
Former Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Lucky Irabor (Rtd) described late President Buhari as a firm but fair leader who yielded to superior arguments when convinced by reason, especially on matters of national security.
Ex-governor of Katsina State Aminu Bello Masari praised Buhari's leadership style, saying he was a leader who respected boundaries and never interfered in the affairs of his subordinates, even when they hailed from the same state.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended condolences to President Tinubu, praising Buhari's role in promoting national unity and progress, as well as his standing in the international community.
State House perm sec Temitope Fashedemi lauded late President Buhari as an elder statesman who devoted his life to nation building, describing him as a visionary leader who prioritized the welfare of Nigerians, particularly the poor.
The Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) expressed sorrow over the passing of Buhari, describing him as a pillar of leadership and accountability whose legacy of discipline, integrity, and national service will remain evergreen in the hearts of the people.

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Late President Buhari was 82 years old when he passed away.
Over 20 leaders and dignitaries, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former governor of Kaduna State Nasir el-Rufai, and 2023 Labour Party Presidential candidate Peter Obi, visited the grave of former President Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, to condole with his family and pay their respects.
The opposition leaders spent hours with the family of late President Buhari, offering condolences and reminiscing about his remarkable life and service.

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Vice President Kashim Shettima's statement after a brief prayer for the repose of the soul of Buhari at the deceased's residence in Daura, Katsina State (Source: This Day)
Opposition leaders' visit to the grave of former President Buhari in Daura, Katsina State (Source: Tribune Online)
Hadiza Mohammed's reminiscing about her father's teachings on good morals (Source: Daily Trust)
Farida Waziri's condolence message to late President Buhari (Source: Premium Times)
Gen. Lucky Irabor (Rtd)'s statement describing late President Buhari as a firm but fair leader (Source: Vanguard)
Aminu Bello Masari's praise for Buhari's leadership style (Source: Radio France International)
Chinese President Xi Jinping's condolence message to President Tinubu (Source: People's Daily Online)
State House perm sec Temitope Fashedemi's statement lauding late President Buhari (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
RTEAN's condolence message to late President Buhari (Source: The Punch)