Mohammed Umaru Bago, governor of Niger State, has his condolences to Katsina State's administration and citizens on the passing of Muhammadu Buhari, the former president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, Bago praised the outgoing president, describing him as a wise statesman who will go down in Nigerian history as a pivotal figure.
He said that former president Buhari was a very disciplined guy who had devoted his life to helping others and had always been committed to strengthening his country.
Throughout his life, the governor said, the late president exemplified honesty and patriotism, first as a military commander, then as Head of State in 1983, and finally as president chosen by the people in 2015 and 2019.
While facing enormous obstacles, the statement claims that the late president "remained steadfast in fighting corruption and making Nigeria better throughout his administration, especially through the numerous initiatives introduced by his government, such as the expansion of rail lines, construction and rehabilitation of major roads, establishment of the Social Investment Programmes, and agricultural and security reforms, among others."
Despite the difficulties, Bago emphasised, the legacy and achievements of President Buhari to the Nigerian project must not be quickly forgotten.
He conveyed his sincerest sympathies to the government, the people of Katsina State, and the Buhari family in their time of tremendous sorrow.
I pray that Allah will pardon the deceased's shortcomings and bless him Aljanna Firdausi," the governor continued.