By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) extended its heartfelt condolences to the government, Nigerians, and the Buhari family over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari at a London hospital on Sunday after a brief illness.
The Executive Secretary of NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, in a statement, described the news of the former President’s passing as a rude shock to the nation.
He said, “The passing away of former President Muhammadu Buhari came at a time when his wealth of experience was most needed.”
Bishop Adegbite extolled the qualities of the former President, who served as Military Head of State from December 31, 1983, to August 27, 1985, and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 2015 to 2023.
“The late Muhammadu Buhari was a detribalized Nigerian, a worthy patriot, and an unassuming leader who contributed significantly to shaping the current political landscape of our democratic experience,” he stated.
The NCPC boss stated that former President Buhari would be remembered for his visionary leadership quality and forthrightness.
“He spent his precious time on earth serving Nigeria, and history will never forget his invaluable contributions to the growth of the nation,” Bishop Adegbite added.
Bishop Adegbite, on behalf of 4he Commission also extended its condolences to President Bola Tinubu for the great loss, and prayed that the Good Lord would grant the family the late President the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss.
He said,”We pray that the Lord grant the soul of late President Muhammadu Buhari eternal rest.”
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