Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, National Drug law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) said the late former President Muhammadu Buhari was a true statesman and servant-leader who had a genuine concern for the well-being of ordinary citizens.
Marwa stated this in a Monday statement mourning Buhari, who passed on in a London hospital on Sunday.
The NDLEA boss, who Buhari first appointed in January 2021, said the ex-president dedicated his life to the service of Nigeria.
He emphasised that his tenure, which lasted from 2015 to 2023, was marked by unwavering commitment to duty, courage in the face of adversity, and an abiding sense of responsibility to the Nigerian people.
Marwa said, “Former President Buhari will be remembered for his steadfast efforts to restore discipline in governance, and pursuit of security and stability during some of the most challenging periods in our national history.
“His administration championed infrastructural development, advanced agricultural reform, and sought to lay the groundwork for self-sufficiency and national pride.
“He possessed the rare ability to inspire calm amidst uncertainty and to lead with quiet resolve.
“His integrity, simplicity, and personal discipline set him apart as a leader whose actions often spoke louder than words.
“Through the years, his dedication to public service was evident, in his early days as military Head of State and later as a democratically elected President who returned to power with a vision of national rebirth.
“Beyond the realm of politics, former President Buhari was known for his humility and his deep faith.
“He remained a man of principle, guided by a strong moral compass and a genuine concern for the well-being of ordinary citizens.
“His leadership was rooted in service, and his legacy will endure in the hearts and memories of Nigerians who believed in his vision of a stronger and more just nation.
“As we mourn his passing, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his beloved family. We stand with them in grief, offering our thoughts, prayers, and support during this time of profound loss.
“His legacy shall continue to inspire generations to come, and history will remember him kindly.”
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