President Muhammadu Buhari returned to Nigeria at about 7.40am on Friday, March 10, after an extended medical leave in London.
He landed at the Kaduna airport, following which he was flown by helicopter to the President Villa where he arrived at 8.40am.
Buhari left Nigeria on January 19, on a 10 day vacation which eventually extended to 51 days. He was supposed to return on February 6 but on February 5, report surfaced that his vacation had been extended indefinitely based on doctors’ recommendation for further tests and rest.
His return has been greeted with so much mixed feeling. While some are excited he is back, others are not as they never expected him to return.
Shortly after his arrival, the president addressed government officials at the State House in Abuja.
According to Naij, Here are some notable things Buhari has said since he came back to the country this morning.
1. I have never been this sick
“I couldn’t recall being so sick since I was a young man, including in the military with its ups and downs.”
2. He thanks Nigerians for their prayers“
I am deeply grateful to all Nigerians, Muslims and Christians alike who have prayed and have continued to pray for my good health.”
3. Even in hardship, Nigerians still support his government
7 notable things President Buhari has said since he arrived Nigeria
“This is a testimony that in spite of the hardship being experienced, Nigerians support the government in its effort to tackle our country’s challenges.”
“This is a testimony that in spite of the hardship being experienced, Nigerians support the government in its effort to tackle our country’s challenges.”
4. The best way to repay Nigerians
7 notable things President Buhari has said since he arrived Nigeria
“The best way for me to repay you is to rededicate myself to serving you, protecting your interest and keeping your trust. I thank you very much.”
“The best way for me to repay you is to rededicate myself to serving you, protecting your interest and keeping your trust. I thank you very much.”
5. He might be admitted again sometime soon
“There may, however, be need for further follow up within some weeks.”
6. Appeal to Nigerians
“There may, however, be need for further follow up within some weeks.”
6. Appeal to Nigerians
7 notable things President Buhari has said since he arrived Nigeria
“May I appeal to all Nigerians to continue to pray for our country’s unity, progress and prosperity.”
“May I appeal to all Nigerians to continue to pray for our country’s unity, progress and prosperity.”
7. Osinbajo will continue as Acting President
7 notable things President Buhari has said since he arrived Nigeria
“I deliberately came back towards the weekend so that the vice-president will continue and I will continue to rest. Thank you very much.”
“I deliberately came back towards the weekend so that the vice-president will continue and I will continue to rest. Thank you very much.”
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