Barack Obama, Former U.S. President:
“President Buhari is a man of integrity. He has a very clear agenda to fight corruption and promote accountability in Nigeria.”
António Guterres, UN Secretary-General:
“Buhari was a calm force in a stormy region. His consistency made him a dependable voice on global security and African integration.”
David Cameron, Former UK Prime Minister:
“Buhari has taken bold steps to restore the confidence of the Nigerian people and international investors in governance.”
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, WTO Director-General:
“Whatever one may think of Buhari politically, his personal discipline and anti-corruption stance are undeniable.”
Akinwumi Adesina, AfDB President:
“He supported our African financial institutions and defended Africa’s economic dignity.”
William Kumuyi, Spiritual Leader:
“He was never after money. He lived a simple life, never changed his lifestyle, and was content with what he had.”
President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana:
“He was a friend to Ghana and a stabilizing father figure on the West African stage.”
Aisha Buhari, Former First Lady:
“He lived for Nigeria. And now he rests, fulfilled, in the mercy of his Creator.”
Olusegun Obasanjo, Former President of Nigeria:
“We disagreed on policy, but no one can deny Buhari’s honesty. He meant well for Nigeria.”
Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Former CBN Governor:
“His legacy is the restoration of moral accountability in government.”
A roadside trader in Kano, during a BBC interview:
“We trust Buhari. Even if he does nothing, at least he won’t steal.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of Nigeria:
“President Buhari was a pillar of integrity and patriotism. He taught us that leadership is not about showmanship, but stewardship. His legacy will endure in every institution he helped strengthen, and every Nigerian life he touched.”
