The Digest:
Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has clarified his absence from former President Muhammadu Buhari's burial on Tuesday, stating it was due to flight restrictions. Speaking to journalists after paying a condolence visit to the Buhari family in Daura, Katsina State, Obi cited logistical hurdles, including the closure of Katsina Airport to accommodate visiting dignitaries.
Key Points:
- Obi explained that it was impossible to travel to Daura on the day of the burial because there were no available flights, and Katsina Airport was closed for general traffic due to high-profile attendees.
- He emphasized that his visit on Wednesday was still within the mourning period, as respect for the deceased extends beyond the burial day itself.
- Obi stated his visit was motivated by profound respect for Buhari, recalling the late president's consistent urging to prioritize the welfare of poor Nigerians. He believes Buhari "did his best within his capacity."
- Reflecting on the finality of life, Obi used Buhari's death as a reminder of the universal call to serve one's country selflessly.
- Former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London, was buried with full military honors at his Daura residence on Tuesday.
Source: The Guardian, The Cable
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