Buhari was courageous, selfless, patriotic – Jonathan.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has paid tribute to his late successor Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a courageous leader and patriot who served Nigeria with integrity and selflessness. 

Jonathan, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Okechukwu Eze, said he received the news of Buhari's demise with a heavy heart and profound sense of national loss, stating that he will be remembered for his decency, integrity, and exemplary life of service, as he was a notable leader, patriot, and elder statesman who served Nigeria to the best of his abilities, noting that Buhari's selfless leadership and patriotism earned him admiration across Nigerian society.

On behalf of his family and the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, Jonathan extended heartfelt condolences to Buhari's family, the people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians mourning the loss, praying that Allah would forgive his shortcomings and grant him Jannatul Firdaus, expressing hopes that Buhari's legacy will continue to inspire Nigerians who value sacrifice, integrity, perseverance, and devotion to national ethos.