Buhari, Obasanjo Condole With US Over Death Of George Bush

President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his condolences to the government and people of the United States of America over the death of former president, George H.W. Bush.

The 41st President of the USA died on Saturday at age of 94.

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Buhari, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, described Bush as a man who lived a life of service to country and humanity.

The statement read: “President Buhari sends condolences to the government and people of the United States, family of the 41st President and all political associates of the great leader, whose legacies continue to inspire and attract encomiums across the world.

“The President believes the passing of George H.W. Bush is a loss to the entire world, not just America, especially the many people he inspired.

“President Buhari extols the late President’s love for his family and country, which remains legendary as clearly seen in the way his children have taken up leadership roles and are steadily breeding new generation of great thinkers and leaders.

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“The President prays for God’s comfort on the mourning nation, the family of the nonagenarian, and a peaceful rest for his soul.”

Similarly, former president Olusegun Obasanjo said Bush’s tenure as President was one that “marked a significant departure from the traditional relations between Africa and the United States.”

He said, “With the refocused and renewed emphasis on market reforms, political and social accountability, and stronger trade relations, his legacies have continued over the years to shape Africa’s relations with the United States.

“President Bush’s special interest in Nigeria was reflective of the special relations between our two countries.

“We join you and the American people in mourning the loss of a political giant, an astute administrator, a courageous leader, an erudite international statesman, and a great American hero.

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“Though the world would miss him, his legacies would continue to inspire many to reach the highest points of their productive, political and creative abilities.

“Once again, accept our deep sympathies. May God grant his soul perfect peace and rest,” Obasanjo stated in the letter.

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