Ahead of Buhari, IBB finishes 7-week medical leave in Switzerland, lands in Nigeria
- General Badamasi Bangida returned to Nigeria after being out of the country for seven weeks
- The former head of state urged Nigerians to have faith in the government concerning the economy
Ahead of President Muhammadu Buhari’s return to Nigeria, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has returned to the country after a 7-week medical vacation in Switzerland.
The former head of state has been out of Nigeria for medical treatment although there was initial rumour that he had passed away but this was refuted by his media aide.
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It was reported that Babangida landed at the Minna International Airport on Saturday, February 4 at 6.45 pm.
The former head of state expressed gratitude for all the goodwill messages he received.
Babangida returns to Nigeria after medical vacation
“I am feeling stronger and better now. I must thank Nigerians immensely for the prayers and concerns over my health. I must use this opportunity to also call on Nigerians to continue to pray for the leaders and the country to move forward in positive direction”.
“We should remain united and work collectively towards the progress of our nation by thinking positively about the leaders and providing constructive criticisms and solutions to any challenge we may face.”
He also spoke about the current economic situation and said the government is working to change things around.
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“I am aware that other countries face different political, social and economic challenges. I believe the current government is working assiduously towards addressing some of the issues.”
“We need to support all arms and tiers of government in their efforts to ensure economic recovery and political stability.”