Senator Gbenga Daniel Mourns Buhari: “Nigeria Has Lost A Patriot And A Pillar Of Discipline”

Former Ogun State Governor and serving Senator representing Ogun East, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, describing his death as a national loss of monumental proportions.

Reacting to the news of the former president’s death on Sunday in a London clinic at the age of 81, Senator Daniel extolled Buhari’s legacy as a disciplined, selfless, and patriotic leader who answered Nigeria’s call at crucial moments in the nation’s history.

“Nigeria has lost a patriot, a pillar of discipline, and a man whose sense of duty was never in doubt. President Buhari dedicated his life to serving this country, both in military and civilian capacities, with deep conviction and uncommon modesty,” Senator Daniel said in a statement.

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The former president, who ruled Nigeria as a military head of state from 1983 to 1985 and later as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023, was known for his frugal lifestyle, firm anti-corruption stance, and commitment to national integrity.

Senator Daniel noted that while Buhari’s leadership attracted both commendation and criticism, his place in Nigeria’s political and historical evolution remains undeniable. “He may have been misunderstood at times, but his intentions were always for a united, secure, and prosperous Nigeria,” he added.

As condolence messages continue to pour in from across the country and beyond, Senator Daniel prayed for the repose of the late leader’s soul and comfort for the Buhari family.

Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced shortly.