Muhammadu Buhari has displayed deep pain and sorrow over the death of the former Military Administrator of Kaduna State, retired Air Vice Marshal Mukhtar Mohammed.
President Buhari revealed the close nature of the relationship between him and the deceased military top brass, saying he had lost a friend in peace and in war.
“The delegation, which was led by the Chief of Staff in the Presidency, Abba Kyari with four ministers and three presidential aides, was in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital where a similar letter of condolence signed by the President was handed over to the Emir, Dr Muhammadu Sunusi,’’ the statement said.
“Late Mukhtar was my friend in war and in peace. He was a brilliant Air Force officer, a good administrator and a patriot.
”All those who came in contact with him have recognized him as a brave man of vision and energy. These qualities he brought to bear in his service to Nigeria.
“In politics, he was dogged and determined to enthrone a good government, to clean up government business and establish democracy and rule of law.
”The late Waziri was a highly intelligent person and very brave in the face of challenges. He was prepared, and did leave his post on a point of honor and principle. He was a worthy and a true son of Nigeria.’’
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