President Muhammadu Buhari who returned back to Nigeria
today after spending 51 days of medical vacation at the United Kingdom says he
will go back for more check-up as soon as possible.
The president who addressed The Nation correspondent on
Friday at the state house after his arrival said “He needs to have further
follow-ups within some weeks at the united kingdom”
He, however, said that he was feeling much better now.
Buhari thanked all Nigerians for their prayers for his quick
recovery.
“I am deeply grateful to 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 that the best way to repay Nigerians is to
re-dedicate myself to serving you, protecting your interests and keeping your trust.
I thank you very much.’’
“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.’’
“I thank you very much and may God bless our Country,’’
Buhari said.
President Buhari arrived at the Presidential Villa, Abuja
early on Friday.
The presidential plane that brought him from London landed
at the Nigeria Air Force base Kaduna at about 7.47 a.m. from where presidential
chopper took to Abuja.
The president was received on arrival at the villa by Acting
President Yemi Osinbajo, cabinet ministers, service chiefs and Inspector General
of Police Ibrahim Idris.
Others included Gov. Abdulaziz Yari of Zamfara and top
government functionaries.
The President also met with members of the Federal Executive
Council (FEC).
Buhari left the country on Jan. 17 on a 10-day vacation
which he said he would also use to have a medical check-up.
The leave was later extended, based on a medical advice by
his doctors, who said they needed to carry out further tests on him.
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