BREAKING: FEC Holds Special Session to Honor Late President Buhari

By Emmanuel Kwada

Nigeria prepares to honor one of its most influential leaders as the Federal Executive Council (FEC) convenes a special session tomorrow, Thursday, July 17, at 5 p.m., to pay tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will lead the session, which aims to celebrate the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of the late statesman, who passed away recently, leaving the nation in mourning.

The session will bring together cabinet members, dignitaries, and key stakeholders to reflect on Buhari’s contributions to Nigeria’s development. Serving as president from 2015 to 2023, Buhari was widely recognized for his commitment to fighting corruption, improving security, and fostering economic reforms.

His administration’s efforts to strengthen national unity and infrastructure development left a lasting impact, despite challenges faced during his tenure.

The session will be broadcast live, allowing Nigerians to share in this solemn tribute to a revered leader

President Tinubu, in a statement, described Buhari as a “dedicated leader whose service to Nigeria will not be forgotten.” The FEC session will feature tributes highlighting Buhari’s integrity, discipline, and patriotism, qualities that defined his decades-long career as a military officer, head of state, and democratic president.

The event underscores Nigeria’s deep respect and gratitude for Buhari’s contributions, offering a moment of unity as the nation grieves. Citizens across the country are expected to join in commemorating his legacy, with public vigils and prayers planned in various states. The session will be broadcast live, allowing Nigerians to share in this solemn tribute to a revered leader.