One year in office: Buhari seeks more support for Tinubu, calls for unity

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Bola Tinubu, his successor, on marking one year in office.

In a statement issued by Garba Shehu, his spokesperson, Buhari extended his best wishes to Tinubu.

The former president appealed to Nigerians to “continue to strengthen the thread of national unity and goodwill”.

Buhari also urged citizens to “give their blessings and support” to Tinubu’s administration so that “it can succeed in its efforts to build the Nigeria of our dreams”.

“President Buhari expressed his wishes for a successful tenure in office by the Tinubu administration,” the statement reads.

As part of the activities marking his one year in office, Tinubu will inaugurate some projects complemented by Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT).

Tinubu will also deliver an address at a joint sitting of the senate and house of representatives on Wednesday.