Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, is counting down to Mar 29, 2023, when her husband, Muhammadu Buhari, will leave office.
They will be completing eight years in leadership position in coming weeks and Nigerians are already looking forward to that time.
As the day of departure draws near, Aisha Buhari has expressed gratitude to Nigerian women, members of the diplomatic corps, and partners for their support and cooperation throughout her role as the country’s mother.
Mrs. Buhari made this statement when she hosted diplomats and some Nigerian ladies on Monday in Abuja to celebrate the conclusion of Ramadan in 2023,
Also, she thanked service chiefs, governors’ wives, and development partners for their contributions to the success of the Aisha Buhari Foundation.
“It is your valuable contributions that have made our transitional journey easier, smoother and more productive; I thank Almighty Allah for the success.
“Notably in the areas of humanitarian assistance, healthcare, education, women and youth empowerment and the successes achieved in these areas are monumental.
“My foundation, the Aisha Buhari Foundation and Future Assured are grateful, while I count on your goodwill.
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“I assure you that the love, confidence and trust you invested in me and my foundation will continuously impact the lives of many Nigerians,” she said.
‘Help For Incoming Administration’
The first lady asked diplomats to exhibit the same courtesy to the next administration while thanking them for their polite treatment of her over the previous eight years.
“It is my pleasure to express my heartfelt gratitude to all for the excellent relationship that both my family and I enjoyed with you during the last eight years.
“Your cooperation, support and prayers during this period have added value to the success of my journey.
“Finally, I would like to conclude by soliciting your cooperation, support and prayers to help the incoming administration in securing the future of our nation,” she said.
Various speakers took turns to express their appreciation to the First Lady for her steadfastness towards supporting the course of women and children in Nigeria.
