‘Nigeria has lost one of its finest’ — Adeleke mourns Buhari

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot whose contributions to Nigeria’s development will not be forgotten.

In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke extended his sympathies to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that Buhari was a leader who gave his all for the country’s progress.

He also condoled with the former First Lady, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, and the children of the deceased, describing Buhari as not just a loved one but a national icon who brought discipline and integrity to governance.

Adeleke extended further condolences to Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State, the Emir of Daura, and the people of Katsina over the loss of a remarkable son of the state.

“It is with a heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. His contributions to national development will remain evergreen in the minds of all Nigerians,” the governor said.

“Throughout his lifetime, President Buhari was a watchword for integrity, inspiring honesty and selfless service in public office. Nigeria has lost one of its finest,” he added.

Governor Adeleke prayed for the peaceful repose of the late leader’s soul and asked Allah to comfort all those affected by the monumental loss.