BREAKING: Buhari Returns To Nigeria Friday — Presidency Announced

BREAKING: Buhari Returns To
Nigeria Friday — Presidency


President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to
return to Nigeria tomorrow, Friday, his office
has said.
The president left the country on January 19
for medical leave, but later extended his stay
indefinitely amid concerns over his health
condition.
A statement by his spokesperson, Femi
Adesina, said on Thursday that the holiday
was extended based on doctors’
recommendation for further tests and rest.
It also said President Buhari expressed
appreciation to Nigerians and non-Nigerians
who had prayed fervently for him, and sent
their good wishes.
Read Mr. Adesina’s statement below:
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT BUHARI EXPECTED BACK FRIDAY
President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to
return to the country tomorrow, Friday March
10, 2017.
The President left the country on January 19,
2017 for a vacation, during which he had
routine medical check-ups. The holiday was
extended based on doctors’ recommendation
for further tests and rest.
President Buhari expresses appreciation to
teeming Nigerians from across the country,
and beyond, who had prayed fervently for him,
and also sent their good wishes.
FEMI ADESINA
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
March 9, 2017.
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