The Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) has joined millions of Nigerians in paying a glowing tribute to the late Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as one of the greatest supporters of grassroots sports in the country.
President Buhari, who ruled both as a Military Head of State from 1983-1985 and Civilian President from 2015-2023, died last Sunday in a London Hospital at the age of 82 and was buried on Tuesday in his hometown, Daura, Katsina State, according to Islamic rites
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In a condolence message personally signed by its National President, Dr. Nasiru Gawuna, the Federation noted that President Muhammadu Buhari was a symbol of discipline and public service, saying that his belief in youth empowerment and national unity inspired many, including those in the sports sector.
“It’s on record that under his leadership, sports became a strategic tool for diplomacy, economic development, and youth engagement and indeed one of his last acts in office on May 28 2023 was signing the National Sports Commission Act 2023 into law.”