President Muhammadu Buhari has extended heartfelt condolences to the entire royal family, the government and people of Thailand on the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
In a press statement released, Buhari wrote: “On behalf of the government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Buhari extols His majesty’s extraordinary and committed leadership to his people over a period of seven decades; and his exceptional stewardship which saw Thailand emerge as one of South East Asia’s leading economies.”
The President believed the highly revered monarch will be long remembered for his towering role and dedication to improving the lives and aspirations of the Thai people.
He acknowledged that under the monarch’s reign, Thailand witnessed remarkable transformation in every sphere of life, including making agriculture the bedrock of economic development.
Buhari expressed hope that Thailand and indeed all who mourn King Adulyadej will continue to honour his legacy of selfless service and commitment to human dignity.
He prayed God Almighty to grant his soul eternal rest and comfort his family, well-wishers and the Thai people in this period of loss and national mourning.
