Senate President, His Excellency, Godswill Akpabio led a National Assembly delegation on a condolence visit to Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda on the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Speaking during the visit, Senator Akpabio described the late president as “A patriot, a man of integrity, and a shining light who served Nigeria both as a military leader and democratically elected president”.
Akpabio revealed that the delegation faced travel challenges the previous day when their flight couldn’t land due to airport closure, forcing them to circle for over two hours before diverting to Abuja.
“We insisted we must return today to honour a man who gave everything for Nigeria,” Akpabio said.
Akpabio described Buhari as “a patriot, a man of integrity, and a shining light who served Nigeria both as a military leader and democratically elected president”.
He highlighted Buhari’s legacy, defined by discipline, humility, and love for the country.
Akpabio also recalled his connection to Katsina State, particularly the establishment of the Faculty of Law at the Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, which he suggested be named after Buhari.
Akpabio praised Governor Radda’s leadership and noted the special bond between Akwa Ibom and Katsina states, both created on the same day.
He emphasised that development comes from love for the people, not just money.
Responding, Governor Radda thanked the delegation for the condolence visit and shared his close relationship with the late president.
He described Buhari as appearing reserved from a distance but warm and inspiring in person.
“Since his retirement, I visit Baba every two to three weeks. He always reminded me to fear God, lead with justice, and love this country,” said Governor Radda.
Radda added that Buhari’s passing is a great loss to Katsina, Nigeria, and to all who looked up to him as a father.
“His passing is a great loss to Katsina, to Nigeria, and to all of us who looked up to him as a father,” Radda added.
The National Assembly delegation included:Chief Whip Senator Tahir Munguno, Senator Ali Ndume, Senator Saliu Mustapha, Senator Benson Agadaga, Senator Munir, Senator Sani Zangon Daura Jr. Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong
