*Mourns ex President By; JACOB ONJEWU DICKSON The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF), has described the eight-year tenure of im
*Mourns ex President
By; JACOB ONJEWU DICKSON
The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF), has described the eight-year tenure of immediate past President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari as a defining era in Nigeria’s Democratic journey.
The group expressed this in a statement jointly signed by (Afenifere), HRM Oba Oladipo Olaitan, (Middle Belt Forum), Dr. Bitrus Pogu, (Ohanaeze Ndigbo World-Wide), Senator John Azuta-Mbata and (PANDEF), Amb. Godknows Igali, dated Monday July 14, 2025.
“Though his eight-year civilian presidency was marked by mixed outcomes, including economic challenges, insecurity, and reform efforts, it remains a defining era in Nigeria’s democratic journey. SMBLF acknowledges
“Buhari’s unyielding belief in the democratic process. His name shall find a permanent place in the annals of Nigerian history. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, loved ones, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” it said.
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SMBLF said that it received the news of the passing away of Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) GCFR, former Nigerian military Head of State and immediate past civilian President, with much sadness and deep introspection over Nigeria’s leadership before, during and after his tenure as Nigerian President.
“Notwithstanding his sterling military career, Buhari committed himself to democratic principles as he was undaunted by several failed electoral contests until he won the Presidential Election in 2025 after the third attempt, making his return to national relevance through democratic contest was thus historic,” the statement said.
The group prayed, ” May his soul find eternal, peaceful rest with his Maker in paradise”.
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