Buhari’s family receives a Condolence Visit from the Gambian President

Ifeyinwa Susan Francis

The family of the late President Muhammadu Buhari received a condolence visit from the Gambian President.

Gambian President visited them at Buhari’s hometown in Daura, Katsina State.

This was disclosed by the Daily Post.

Alhaji Abdullahi Garba-Faskari also received Buhari’s Family.

Barrow, while offering his tributes described the late Buhari as a pillar of democracy. Also a steadfast supporter of The Gambia.

“President Buhari stood by us and the Gambian people to ensure that our democratic mandate was fully respected and executed to its ultimate end,” he said.

Barrow said that Buhari was more than a leader to him.“Every time I saw Buhari, I saw a father, a brother, and an uncle standing before me,” he said.

In highlighting Buhari’s role across ECOWAS he quotes:

“I feel deeply obliged for what President Buhari has done — not just for The Gambia, but for ECOWAS, the African Union, and Nigeria’s image across the world, he stood for democracy, freedom, and justice.

The Gambian leader expressed

His condolences to the Buhari family and the Nigerian people.

“We offer our heartfelt condolences to his family and to all Nigerians for the loss of a great man—one who helped shape who we are today,” he said.

In his remarks, Garba-Faskari described Barrow’s visit as a true reflection of African brotherhood.

He added that Buhari’s commitments to peace and growth in Nigeria and across the continent would never be forgotten.

Yusuf Buhari, son of the late president, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the visit.

He said the gesture underscored the strong historical and diplomatic ties between Nigeria and The Gambia, as well as the late president’s enduring legacy in Africa. (NAN).