The governor of Cross River State in southern Nigeria, Senator Bassey Otu has described the demise of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari as a monumental national loss and end of an era defined by uncommon discipline.
A press statement by the Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser Media and Publicity to the Cross River State Governor, Mr. Linus Obogo indicated that Otu further described the former President Buhari as a beacon of personal sacrifice and unwavering devotion to the ideals of nationhood.
The statement further indicated that Governor Otu, in a condolence message, said the late President Buhari lived a life “etched into the soul of our country. His stoic presence and austere leadership style has left an indelible mark on the conscience of the nation.
“His life was a luminous tapestry of sacrifice, honour and a quiet, enduring patriotism. Nigeria grieves yet stands in solemn salute to a leader, who bore the burdens of our collective dream with dignity,” stated the governor in the message.
According to the statement, Governor Otu said that Buhari’s demise marked the twilight of an era and a moment of solemn reflection for a nation once again reminded of the fragility of time and the eternal weight of legacy.
Governor Otu said, “though his voice is now silenced, the echoes of his service, steadfastness, ‘Spartan’ simplicity and his unshakeable belief in the unity of Nigeria shall resonate through generations unborn.”
While expressing heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and the Government and people of Katsina State including Nigerians in the global community, Governor Otu prayed for the peaceful repose of the departed elder statesman.
Olusola Akintonde