President Bola Tinubu described the late President Muhammadu Buhari as a leader defined by integrity, discipline and a lifelong commitment to public service, saying his legacy should guide future leaders rather than be reduced to slogans.
The Independent Mirror reports that Mr Tinubu spoke in Abuja on Monday at the unveiling of the book: “From Soldier to Statesman – The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari.”
The book, a biography of the late former president, was authored by Charles Omole and presented to the public on Monday.
The Nigerian president said the book offers Nigerians the opportunity to learn from Mr Buhari and affirmed that the greatest honour to be bestowed on the late President is to sustain his legacy.
This book reinforces public memory. It outlines achievements and flaws, as all honest histories should. It should motivate future leaders to learn lessons rather than repeat slogans,” he said, noting that Mr Buhari’s legacy gains greater meaning when those who follow choose to continue what he started.
He added that his administration will continue to honour Mr Buhari by sustaining his legacies of purposeful leadership, discipline, integrity, and the belief that public office is a trust, not a windfall. “That is my duty, and I pledge that today,” the President said.
The president commended the author, Mr Omole, for his scholarly efforts in writing the 600-page book. He expressed hope that the book would reach classrooms, libraries and young Nigerians, considering what kind of leaders they want to become.
President Tinubu chronicled his long-standing political relationship with President Buhari, describing him as a brother, friend, and political partner with whom he shared a journey through challenging times.
