Former President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the Progressive Governors Forum to prioritize the needs of citizens, emphasizing that leadership involves both challenges and opportunities.
He believes that effectively managing these aspects is essential for national advancement.
This advice was given during a recent meeting with a delegation of APC governors, led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, at Buhari’s Kaduna residence.
In a statement released on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, Buhari expressed his confidence in the progress made by APC governors and reiterated the importance of their ongoing commitment to national development.
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He also said, “Leaders should accord importance to the welfare of the people, not themselves, offering his personal example of leaving office with the same physical assets he had before his presidency.”
Former President Muhammadu Buhari expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu’s administration for renovating his Kaduna residence.
He noted that while the exterior of the building remained unchanged, significant improvements had been made to the interior.
He also thanked the visiting governors for their presence, acknowledging his previous working relationships with some and his new acquaintance with others.
Governor Hope Uzodinma, Chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum, explained that their visit was to extend Eid-el-Fitr greetings and to express their deep gratitude and respect for Buhari’s substantial contributions to Nigeria’s democracy and the strengthening of their political party.
“Many of us recall with pride the principled role you played in the founding of the APC. That legacy continues to shape our party’s identity and direction. We are especially gratified, only a few weeks ago, to hear your public affirmation that the APC remains your party of choice. That declaration could not have come at a better time. It reaffirmed your place as a pillar of our movement and provided reassurance to members of our party. Mr President, you are pan-Nigerian.
“Your Excellency, your legacy in Nigerian history is secure. You remain the only opposition candidate in our nation’s history to have defeated an incumbent. You not only won power, but you governed with calm resolve and handed over, with honour, to another APC president. For this, we are extremely grateful.
“Your administration gave expression to our party’s core principles through your focus on security, economic recovery, and anti-corruption. Your efforts reclaimed territory from insurgents, extended social investment programs like the Conditional Cash Transfer and School Feeding Program, and ushered in a road and rail revolution that is still bearing fruit. Programs such as the Anchor Borrowers Scheme directly impacted food security. You taught us to produce what we eat and eat what we produce. You brought dignity to governance and deepened the progressive ethos of our party.”
Governor Hope Uzodinma also stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is currently undergoing a process of renewal and repositioning under the leadership of President Tinubu, whom he described as Buhari’s worthy successor.
He characterized Tinubu’s leadership as bold, reform-oriented, and firmly dedicated to progress.
“Your public endorsement of him in your recent birthday message was a powerful symbol of continuity and humility.
“Your Excellency, today we honour you, not just for your past service but for the enduring values you represent. We ask you to continue to support and guide us as we take the next steps to deepen progressive politics across the nation, and ensure that APC continues to be in power for a more prosperous Nigeria,” Uzodinma said.
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