Sen Nwoko mourns Buhari, says he served nation with firm resolve

BY SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT

Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta), has joined other Nigerians to mourn former President Mohammadu Buhari, saying he served the nation with firm resolve.

This is contained in a statement by Nwoko himself, who represents Delta North Senatorial District made available on Monday.

The Nigeria former President died on Sunday in a London clinic.

Nwoko said that he received the passing of the former President with deep sadness.

“Buhari was a man whose name had become etched in Nigeria’s political and historical journey.

“I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, a man whose name has become etched in Nigeria’s political and historical journey.

“President Buhari served the nation with firm resolve, both as a military Head of State and later as a democratically elected President.

“Though opinions about his leadership varied, his love for Nigeria was never in doubt. He was a symbol of resilience and a product of history who returned to power after several attempts, reminding us all that perseverance is a virtue in public service.

“To his family, the government and people of Katsina State, and indeed the entire nation, I offer my heartfelt condolences.

“May his soul rest in peace, and may his contributions to Nigeria continue to be remembered with introspection and respect.”

Editor

Jude Ossai (JP) a veteran journalist is a National Diploma holder in Mass Communication from Ogwashi-Uku Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State. He also studied at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Enugu and Imo State University, Owerri for his first and second degrees in Mass Communication, respectively. He writes extensively on politics, crime, corruption, climate change, healthcare, human rights, social justice, among others.