On Friday, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres extended his condolences and the UN’s solidarity to the government and people of Nigeria following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
During his visit to Nigeria House in New York, Guterres lauded Buhari as a leader whose steadfast commitment to Nigeria, Africa, and international cooperation would be his lasting legacy.
The News Agency of Nigeria reported that Guterres also signed the condolence register during his visit.
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“On behalf of the United Nations, I extend my heartfelt condolences on the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari.
“President Buhari will be remembered for his steadfast commitment to selfless service, his leadership in advancing peace and stability across the African region and his dedication to strengthening institutions in Nigeria.
“President Buhari was also a great supporter of the United Nations and a strong voice for multilateralism, solidarity and sustainable development around the world,” Guterres wrote in the register.
The UN chief concluded his condolence message, “In this moment of loss, our thoughts are with his family, the Government and the people of Nigeria.”
Following his visit, the UN Chief spoke with NAN, reflecting on his professional relationship with Buhari and commending the late president’s lifelong commitment to public service.
“I had the privilege to work with President Buhari, and I will say, I am a great admirer of his extraordinary work.
“Not only in defence of the interest of his own country, Nigeria but in his commitment to the African continent, to sustainable development and very particularly to the United Nations and multilateralism,” he said
Guterres further commented on Buhari’s role in West African peace and security, characterizing the former Nigerian leader as essential to the region’s stability.
“I think President Buhari has been a leading personality in defending the interests of West Africa and in a very difficult context, in affirming Nigeria’s leadership,” he said.
The UN chief affirmed that Buhari’s contributions to West Africa’s peace and security “was of course very much appreciated,”.
Guterres conveyed the UN’s condolences to Buhari’s family, the Nigerian government, and its people, emphasizing that the world will remember him as a genuine servant-leader whose legacy will inspire future generations.
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