Abuja: The Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN) has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The Executive National President of RTEAN, Dr. Musa Maitakobi, in a condolence message, described Buhari as ‘a pillar of leadership and accountability’.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, Dr. Maitakobi stated that with the death of Buhari, Nigeria has lost a father figure and a symbol of national stability. He emphasized that Buhari, during his lifetime, dedicated himself to the peace, unity, and progress of Nigeria, adding that his contributions will remain evergreen in the hearts of the people.
RTEAN has deeply mourned the loss of a revered statesman, patriot, and leader, whose legacy of discipline, integrity, and national service left a lasting mark on the country. Dr. Maitakobi extended heartfelt condolences to Buhari’s family, the Katsina state, the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and all citizens during this moment of national mourning.
He called on members of RTEAN across the 774 local governments of the federation and other Nigerians to pray for Almighty Allah to forgive Buhari’s shortcomings and admit him in Jannatul Firdausi.
