Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah urged Nigerian citizens to view the late former president Muhammadu Buhari through a lens of compassion rather than political criticism. The Catholic leader of Sokoto Diocese emphasized that Buhari's legacy extends far beyond his eight-year presidential administration. Kukah highlighted the deceased leader's military service and broader contributions to the nation throughout his career. The bishop advocated for national unity and understanding during this period of mourning. He stressed that Buhari deserves recognition as a patriotic individual who served Nigeria across multiple decades.
The religious leader offered spiritual comfort for Buhari's family while encouraging public discourse focused on healing rather than divisive political assessments. Kukah served previously as Secretary General of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria before assuming his current episcopal role. His statement reflects a call for Nigerians to embrace forgiveness and acknowledge positive aspects of Buhari's public service. The bishop's remarks came as the nation processes the death of the former military ruler and democratically elected president. Buhari governed as military head of state from 1983 to 1985 and later returned to power through elections from 2015 to 2023.
The religious leader offered spiritual comfort for Buhari's family while encouraging public discourse focused on healing rather than divisive political assessments. Kukah served previously as Secretary General of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria before assuming his current episcopal role. His statement reflects a call for Nigerians to embrace forgiveness and acknowledge positive aspects of Buhari's public service. The bishop's remarks came as the nation processes the death of the former military ruler and democratically elected president. Buhari governed as military head of state from 1983 to 1985 and later returned to power through elections from 2015 to 2023.
