The Digest:
President Bola Tinubu paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Muhammadu Buhari during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, highlighting his incorruptible leadership and moral character. Buhari’s legacy continues to resonate through Nigeria’s political and moral landscape.
Key Points:
- Tinubu praised Buhari's incorruptible standard and quiet greatness.
- Buhari’s legacy will be debated, but his moral force will not be forgotten.
- Tinubu described Buhari as “first among soldiers in war, first among citizens in peace.”
- The late president’s character was “pious without show, humane without sentimentality.”
- Tinubu emphasized Buhari's discipline, integrity, and serene acceptance of death.
- Buhari’s private life radiated the discipline that marked his public service.
- Tinubu led Buhari’s funeral procession, accompanied by Vice-President Shettima, honoring him with dignity.
Tinubu’s tribute highlights Buhari’s enduring impact on Nigeria. His legacy stands not just in politics but in the integrity and values he embodied. As the country mourns, Buhari’s exemplary life continues to inspire.
Sources: Punch, Channels TV, TheCable
