The Federal Government has pledged to preserve and build upon the “laudable legacies” of late former President Muhammadu Buhari.
This commitment was made on Thursday in Daura, Katsina State, during a solemn prayer session held in his honour.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, led a high-powered federal delegation to the event, which drew dignitaries from across Nigeria and beyond, including former Benin Republic President and ex-Nigerian Vice President Namadi Sambo.
Speaking at the Government House in Daura, Shettima described Buhari as one of Africa’s greatest sons, whose life was defined by discipline, sacrifice, and integrity.
“In power, your friends know you. Out of power, you know your friends. In death, you reminded the world of the value of honour,” Shettima said.
He added: “On behalf of President Tinubu, I assure you that the Federal Government remains committed to preserving Buhari’s legacy and protecting his family’s dignity.”
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umar Radda, expressed gratitude to the Federal Government and Nigerians for their show of solidarity.
“We thank President Tinubu for his empathy and for assigning 25 ministers to remain in Katsina since the passing of our father and leader. Their presence speaks volumes,” he said, urging leaders to rule with the fear of God.
The event was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Minister of Information Mohammed Idris, Minister of Budget and National Planning Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Health Ali Pate, Minister of Agriculture Abubakar Kyari, and Minister of Defence Badaru Abubakar. Former ministers Hadi Sirika and Isa Ali Pantami were also present.
Other notable attendees included Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, Senators Abdulaziz Yar’adua and Sani Zangon Daura, members of the House of Representatives, top security chiefs, and former service heads such as Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd), Gen. Buba Marwa (rtd), and former IGPs Abubakar Sama’ila and Muhammad Dahiru Abubakar.
Traditional rulers led by the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumin Kabir Usman; Emir of Daura, Alhaji Faruk Umar Faruk; and Sultan of Maradi, Niger Republic, Sultan Ahmed Ali Zaki Maremawa, graced the ceremony alongside kingmakers and district heads from the Katsina and Daura Emirates.
Leading the prayer session were renowned Islamic scholars including Sheikh Abdullahi Bala Lau, Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, Sheikh Kabir Muhammad Haruna, Sheikh Ahmad Sulaiman Ibrahim, and Sheikh Ibrahim Ahmad Maqary.
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