Nigeria celebrates today as former President Muhammadu Buhari marks his 82nd birthday. Born on December 17, 1942, in Daura, a historic town in Katsina State, Buhari hails from a Fulani family and has played a prominent role in shaping Nigeria’s modern history.

Buhari, a retired Major General in the Nigerian Army, led the country as a military head of state from 1983 to 1985 before serving two terms as Nigeria’s democratically elected president between 2015 and 2023. His leadership was marked by a strong focus on anti-corruption efforts, security reforms, and economic policies aimed at national development.

As he turns 82, well-wishers from across the country and beyond are reflecting on Buhari’s contributions to Nigeria’s growth and stability. His legacy continues to spark discussions on governance and nation-building.

Happy birthday to Muhammadu Buhari, a statesman whose journey from Daura to Aso Rock remains an indelible part of Nigeria’s story.