Peter Obi mourns Buhari’s death

Abdullateef Fowewe

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the last general election, Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in London.

In a heartfelt statement released on Sunday, Obi said, “I have just 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.”

He praised Buhari’s leadership, noting, “President Buhari has always comported himself in a dignified manner as a leader.”

Extending condolences, Obi addressed the late president’s family and the Nigerian people, “To his wife, children, extended family, and to all Nigerians I extend my deepest condolences.”

He concluded with a prayer, “May Almighty Allah, Most Gracious and Most Merciful, forgive President Buhari’s shortcomings, reward his efforts in service to the nation, and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus. Ameen.”