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Peter Obi; Late Muhammadu Buhari
By MONDAY AJOGUN
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 General Elections, has expressed sadness over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the former president died at a clinic in London, according to his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, and former aide, Bashir Ahmad.
Obi, a former governor of Anambra, in his condolence message posted on his X handle, expressed shock over the demise of the former president.
According to him, he received the very sad news of the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London.
“His death provides a solemn moment, not just for his family and close associates, but for our nation as a whole.
“President Buhari has always comported himself in a dignified manner as a leader.
“To his wife, children, extended family, and to all Nigerians I extend my deepest condolences,” he said.
He prayed that Almighty Allah, Most Gracious and Most Merciful, would forgive President Buhari’s shortcomings, reward his efforts in service to the nation, and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus. (NAN)
