President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his democratic legacy and dignified leadership as defining marks of his time in office.
Speaking during a condolence event, President Tinubu reflected on their shared political journey and Buhari’s historic role in shaping Nigeria’s democratic transition.
“Yet, with all that he had achieved, his most enduring legacy would be carved in democracy,” Tinubu said. “In a time when many had lost hope that change was possible, Muhammadu Buhari put his faith in the people of this country.”
Tinubu recalled how both men, along with other political leaders from various regions and backgrounds, formed a formidable alliance that led to Nigeria’s first peaceful transfer of power from one ruling party to another in 2015.
“We stood together, he and I. Alongside others drawn from across the political spectrum, regions and tongues, we formed an alliance that enabled Nigeria to experience its first true democratic transfer of power,” he noted.
Reflecting on Buhari’s time in office, Tinubu praised his restraint and humility in leadership. “When he was sworn in as our party’s first elected President, he led with restraint, governed with dignity, and bore the burdens of leadership without complaint.”
Describing Buhari as a true statesman and legend, Tinubu said his contributions to national development and democratic consolidation would remain a guiding light for future generations.
“Former President Muhammadu Buhari was a legend. May he continue to rest in perfect peace,” Tinubu concluded.
