President Buhari arrives the presidential palace on March 10 after his return from a 50 day sick leave in LondonIn a country where ‘eye service’ is an art, President Muhammadu Buhari pleaded with Nigerian sycophants on Friday not to waste their time and money by sending “delegation upon delegation” to welcome him in Abuja, but should rather pray for the unity and progress of the country.
“Rather than sending delegation upon delegation to Abuja to welcome me, may I appeal to all Nigerians to continue to pray for our country’s unity, progress and prosperity,” Mr. Buhari said in a brief speech to some government officials and security chiefs, hours after he returned to the country after 50 days in the United Kingdom for his medical vacation.
President Buhari said he feels “much better now”, but “there may, however, be need to have further follow-ups within some weeks”.
He thanked all Nigerians, “Muslims and Christians alike who have prayed and are continuing to pray for my good health”.
“This is a testimony that in spite of the hardship being experienced, Nigerians support the Government in its effort to tackle our country’s challenges”.
He said “the best way for me to repay you all is to re-dedicate myself to serving you, protecting your interests and keeping your trust. I thank you very much”.
Mr. Buhari left Nigeria on January 19 for a medical vacation in the United Kingdom, promising to resume work on February 6. But on February 5, he extended his sick leave indefinitely. Rumours quickly spread that he might remain in London for many months.
His return on Friday marked a dramatic turn of a events in his presidency and seems to have put an end to speculations that he was either dead or unable to walk or talk.
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