UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep sadness at the passing of former Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari.
Guterres, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, praised Buhari’s key role in promoting regional peace and security in West Africa.
The UN chief said the former Nigerian leader was also a strong advocate for multilateral and regional cooperation.
The Secretary-General extended his heartfelt condolences to Buhari’s family, the Government and the people of Nigeria during this time of national mourning.
According to reports, Amina Mohammed, the UN’s second-highest-ranking official, visited the Nigeria House in New York on Monday to pay glowing tributes to Nigeria’s late former President.
Mohammed, who served under Buhari, both as Minister of Environment and earlier at the Petroleum Trust Fund, signed the condolence register and prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul.
Mohammed, after signing the condolence register, described the late Nigerian leader as a man of unwavering discipline, deep conviction and steadfast patriotism whose legacy would endure far beyond Nigeria’s borders.
Mohammed also highlighted Buhari’s unwavering courage and conviction in putting Nigeria and Africa first.
