The House of Representatives on Wednesday held a valedictory session in honour of late President Muhammadu Buhari, who died recently.
Members of the House took turns to eulogise the late President, with Speaker Abbas Tajudeen saying Buhari left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s legislative and democratic landscape.
The brief session was led by Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, who read the Speaker’s valedictory speech.
Speaker Abbas said, “We pause to honour the memory of a statesman who left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s legislative and democratic landscape, President Muhammadu Buhari. His passing at the age of 82 marks the close of a significant chapter in our nation’s history.
“As we reflect on his life, we do so with solemn gratitude for his service, particularly his contributions to the strengthening of this institution and the laws that will guide Nigeria for generations.
“All his life, President Buhari toiled and laboured for Nigeria. As a democratically elected President, he was our partner in governance whose respect for the National Assembly’s role fortified our democracy. His commitment to the principle of separation of powers was resolute.
“He recognised the legislature as a co-equal arm of government, never seeking to dominate or undermine its authority. Instead, he fostered a partnership that enabled us to fulfil our constitutional mandate. His directive to his ministers and agency heads to prioritise appearances before our committees during budget cycles exemplified this respect.
