ABUJA, Nigeria – Former Liberian President George M. Weah on Wednesday paid tribute to the late former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as “an ideal buddy of Liberia and a pillar of stability within the area.”
Weah, at present on a go to to Nigeria, signed the official Guide of Condolence in Abuja and briefly addressed journalists, saying he had come to “pay homage” to a frontrunner he credited with supporting Liberia’s peaceable democratic transition and regional safety efforts.
“President Buhari was a statesman whose management transcended borders,” Weah advised reporters. “We’re right here to honor a person whose legacy will proceed to encourage generations.”
Weah’s remarks adopted an earlier assertion issued from Monrovia on July 13, wherein he praised Buhari as a “steadfast companion” and counseled his function throughout Liberia’s 2017 democratic transition. He additionally lauded Buhari’s contributions to strengthening democratic establishments and selling peace throughout West Africa.
Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023 and earlier as navy head of state (1983–1985), died on July 13 in London on the age of 82 following a chronic sickness. Broadly recognized for his anti-corruption stance and austere way of life, his passing has sparked tributes throughout the continent and every week of nationwide mourning in Nigeria.
The previous president was laid to relaxation Tuesday in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in accordance with Islamic rites. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu led official commemorations.
Weah’s go to additionally carried diplomatic undertones. Earlier within the day, he met with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Abuja, the place the 2 leaders mentioned strengthening bilateral ties and increasing areas of cooperation.
