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President Muhammadu Buhari he says the future of democracy as a system of government is bright, adding that as he prepares to leave office in a little over a month, he is satisfied and duly assured that Nigerians will defend the system against all threats.
Mr. Buhari stated this while speaking to reporters shortly after witnessing the Eid prayer, marking the end of the 30-day Ramadan fast by Muslims.
The president, who has been in power since 2015, will step down at the end of his second four-year term on May 29.
Between December 1983 and August 1985 he was the military head of state.
“Nigerians appreciate the stability of democracy. The results of the election, where more than 10 governors failed to reach the senate, sent a clear message that ordinary Nigerians know the power of their votes and how to use them.
“Nigerians appreciate democracy. They have shown him love and will defend him against real or perceived threats. They will continue to vote one way or another according to their preferences,” he said.
Mr. Buhari assured that the May 29 handover date remains sacred.
“If God wills, nothing will stop him,” he added.
On his plans after leaving office, the president said he feels fulfilled that God has allowed him to serve two terms of four years each and hopes for an orderly handover.
“I thank God for what he has done for me personally and what he has enabled us to achieve.
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“I look forward to going back to my town, to be as far away from Abuja as I can so that the incoming president can have time and space to make decisions without taking away my attention,” he said.
Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media and advertising)
April 21, 2023
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