Buhari’s condition exaggerated, he is recovering- Bashir Ahmad

Buhari’s condition exaggerated, he is recovering- Bashir Ahmad

 Bashir Ahmad, former special assistant on digital
communications to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, says his former principal is
in a stable health condition contrary to media reports.

 

Ahmad made the clarification on Thursday via his verified X
handle, following a wave of social media reports alleging that Buhari had been
rushed abroad in a life-threatening condition.

 

He confirmed that Buhari is receiving medical care but
insisted the situation is not as dire as widely reported.

 

“It is true that former president Buhari is unwell and is
currently receiving medical attention,” he wrote.

 

 

“However, contrary to the exaggerated claims circulating in
the media, he is stable and responding well to treatment, and we are optimistic
about his full recovery.”

 

Ahmad’s comments come amid growing speculation about
Buhari’s health, with several online platforms alleging the 82-year-old was in
a United Kingdom (UK) hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU).

 

The claims have triggered concerns among Buhari’s supporters
and political allies, especially given his past health-related absences during
when he was in office between 2015 and 2023.

 

 

Ahmad thanked Nigerians for their prayers and goodwill
messages, saying the support has been overwhelming.

 

“We appreciate the outpouring of prayers and goodwill from
his supporters and well-wishers around the world. We continue to pray for his
complete and speedy recovery,” he said.

 

Buhari has largely maintained a low public profile since
leaving office in May 2023, residing between Daura in Katsina state and Kaduna,
with occasional trips abroad for medical check-ups.

 

His health has been a subject of public concern since 2017,
when he spent 104 days in London for an undisclosed illness, temporarily
handing over power to then vice-president Yemi Osinbajo.

   

On Tuesday, Garba Shehu, spokesperson to Buhari, said his
principal would attend the unveiling of his new book titled ‘According to the
President: Lessons From A Presidential Spokesman’s Experience’.

 

Shehu said the book contains “lessons” he learnt during his
“many years” of presidential communications.

Source: Buhari’s condition exaggerated, he is recovering- Bashir Ahmad

 - NigerianEye
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