Log In
updated 10:20 AM UTC, Dec 13, 2023

Buhari Writes Lawmakers On His Return To Nigeria After 105 Days’ Medical Leave

Unic Press UK: Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari, who returned to Nigeria Saturday after spending 105 days’ medical leave in the United Kingdom, has transmitted a letter to the National Assembly on his resumption, thereby formally informing the legislative arm of government that he has returned to his home country.

In a statement, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, said:

“In line with constitutional provision, President Muhammadu Buhari has written the National Assembly, notifying the legislature of his return to office, after returning from medical vacation in London. The letter stated in part: “In compliance with Section 145 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), I write to intimate that I have resumed my functions as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria with effect from Monday, 21st August, 2017, after my medical follow-up in the United Kingdom.”

The Nigerian Senate has acknowledged receipt of Buhari’s letter.

Tagged under

Leave a Reply