President Bola Tinubu has officially renamed the University of Maiduguri in Borno State as Muhammadu Buhari University, in tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The announcement was made during a special session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) held on Thursday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, which was convened to honour Buhari’s memory.
“May we now adopt the University of Maiduguri as the Muhammadu Buhari University,” President Tinubu declared at the conclusion of the session.
Earlier in his tribute, Tinubu described Buhari as a man of deep moral conviction, discipline, and patriotism.
While acknowledging that no leader is perfect, he praised Buhari’s steadfast dedication to the nation and his exemplary character.
“President Buhari was not a perfect man, no leader is,” Tinubu said. “But he was, in every sense of the word, a good man—honourable, decent, and committed to public service. His legacy may be debated, but his personal integrity and moral uprightness will not be forgotten.”
Tinubu commended Buhari’s leadership style, noting that the former president was known for his simplicity, humility, and resistance to the temptations of power.
“He was never seduced by applause or pressured by popularity,” Tinubu stated.
“He stood firm in doing what was right, guided by a quiet courage and patriotism expressed more through action than words.”
Reflecting on their political journey together, Tinubu recalled how their alliance helped usher in Nigeria’s first peaceful transfer of power between rival political parties in 2015.
He praised Buhari’s humility after leaving office, noting that he returned to Daura without any attempt to influence national affairs from behind the scenes.
“When he left office, he returned home to live quietly—just as he always had. He sought no control, no spotlight. Even in death, he remained peaceful and dignified,” Tinubu said.
The President expressed his appreciation to the Inter-Ministerial Committee and the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, for organizing a state funeral within 48 hours of Buhari’s passing, describing it as a great honour to lead the final procession in Daura.
Closing his tribute, Tinubu offered heartfelt prayers for the late leader: “Mai Gaskiya, the People’s General, the Farmer President—your work is done. May Almighty Allah forgive your shortcomings and grant you Aljannah Firdaus. May your life continue to inspire future generations to serve with courage and selflessness. President Buhari, thank you. Nigeria will remember you.”
Muhammadu Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, at the age of 82.
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