In a message signed by Oba Oladipo Olaitan of Afenifere and Dr Citrus Pogu of the Middle Belt Forum, the group expressed sorrow over Buhari’s death, referring to the news as one that came “with much sadness and deep introspection.”
The leaders recalled Buhari’s long political journey, noting, “Notwithstanding his sterling military career, Buhari committed himself to democratic principles as he was undaunted by several failed electoral contests until he won the Presidential Election in 2025 after the third attempt, making his return to national relevance through democratic contest was thus historic.”
They described his civilian presidency as a significant period in Nigeria’s democratic story, marked by achievements, setbacks, and major reforms.
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