Buhari’s support for Lagos marked him a true nationalist, visionary leader- Ambode
By Tunde Opalana
Former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has described the late ex- president Muhammadu Buhari as a statesman whose leadership embodied integrity, patriotism, and an unwavering commitment to the ideals of national unity and progress.
He said that Buhari left behind an enduring legacy of service, principle, and commitment to Nigeria’s unity.
In a solemn tribute to mourn Buhari’s death Ambode in a statement on Monday recounted the personal and institutional support Buhari extended to Lagos State during his administration.
He emphasized that the former president’s actions reflected his deep appreciation for the state’s strategic importance.
“President Buhari was a strong and ardent supporter of Lagos State,
“During my tenure as Governor, he granted us significant concessions, including the permission to upgrade the Murtala Mohammed International Airport Road to a multi-carriage highway and the handover of several federal properties like the Presidential Lodge in Marina.”
He noted that Buhari’s decisions were not merely political gestures but signs of visionary leadership anchored in fairness, equity, and a desire to see every part of Nigeria thrive.
“President Buhari led with dignity, calm resolve, and a fear of God. His belief in the promise of our nation and his deep sense of responsibility to the people defined his time in office,” Ambode said.
Ambode prayed for peace for the departed and comfort for those left behind. “On behalf of my family and myself, I offer our deepest condolences. May Almighty Allah accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus.”
Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023, is widely remembered for his firm stance on anti-corruption, discipline in governance, and national cohesion.
