Former Chief of Army Staff and Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd), has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his passing as “a profound sorrow and a deep sense of personal and national loss.
“I remain eternally grateful for the trust and confidence President Buhari placed in me when he appointed me Chief of Army Staff at a most critical time in our nation’s history on 13 July 2015. With his clear strategic direction and consistent support, I was able to lead the Nigerian Army through a historic transformation,” said Gen. Buratai.
“The military became more professional, better trained, and better equipped. Under his leadership and with his belief in our mission, we successfully reclaimed all territories previously held by Boko Haram and made significant strides in the broader counterterrorism, anti-banditry, and anti-kidnapping efforts across the country.”
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The former Chief of Army Staff said President Muhammadu Buhari’s legacy of integrity, impeccable character, simplicity, discipline, and patriotism will continue to inspire generations of leaders and citizens alike.
The former Chief of Army Staff said President Muhammadu Buhari’s legacy of integrity, impeccable character, simplicity, discipline, and patriotism will continue to inspire generations of leaders and citizens alike.
The nation he loved and served so selflessly will never forget him.
‘May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds, and grant his noble soul Aljannatul Firdaus, amen,” Gen. Buratai prayed.
Gen. Buratai extended his heartfelt condolences to the immediate and extended family of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, to Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to the government and people of Katsina State, and the Daura Emirate, among others.
Emmanuel Ukoh