Final Respects Paid to Former President Buhari
The Inspector General of Police, AIG Kayode Egbetokun, alongside military service chiefs, gathered at the Umaru Musa Yaradua International Airport in Katsina State to pay their final respects to former President Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari, who passed away at a London clinic at the age of 82, was remembered as a patriot who dedicated his life to Nigeria’s unity and security.
Military’s Tribute to a Fallen Leader
The presence of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, among others, underscored the Armed Forces’ deep respect for Buhari’s leadership. A statement from the Nigerian Air Force highlighted the occasion as a reflection of the military’s commitment to national values and the preservation of democratic ideals.
Legacy of a Patriot
Buhari’s legacy as one of Nigeria’s most resilient patriots was celebrated, with his unwavering dedication to discipline and national unity leaving an indelible mark on the country’s history. The Armed Forces also reaffirmed their loyalty to the current administration under President Bola Tinubu, pledging to safeguard Nigeria’s unity, democracy, and development.