Senator Gbenga Daniel Pays Tribute to Late President Muhammadu Buhari
Former Ogun State Governor and Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has expressed shock and deep sorrow over the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in the United Kingdom at the age of 82.
In a solemn message shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Senator Daniel described Buhari as a dedicated patriot and selfless leader who devoted his life to the service of Nigeria.
“The news of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s demise comes as a shock. The former president was a patriotic leader who loved Nigeria beyond measure. At the critical times that our country demands his interventions, he answered the clarion call. A man of modest means and simple lifestyle. He will be missed greatly for his dedication to make Nigeria a better place,” he wrote.
The late President Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s military head of state between 1983 and 1985 and later as a democratically elected leader from 2015 to 2023, was widely regarded for his strong stance on anti-corruption, national unity, and security.
Senator Daniel, known for his long-standing political influence in Nigeria’s South West, emphasized that Buhari’s death marks the end of a formidable era in Nigerian history, describing him as a leader whose personal discipline and unwavering commitment to national service inspired millions.
“President Buhari was a man who led with integrity and quiet strength. Even when his leadership attracted controversy, no one could question his sincerity of purpose and austere personal principles,” Daniel added in a follow-up statement to Newsheadline247.
As Nigerians at home and abroad continue to mourn the former president, tributes have been pouring in from national and international dignitaries, reflecting Buhari’s indelible impact on Nigeria’s political evolution.
Flags were lowered to half-mast in many government buildings across the country, while special prayers were offered in mosques and churches in honour of the late leader. Read More
