President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday disclosed that results of the
series of medical checkups carried out by him in the cause of his
vacation in the United Kingdom had shown that he needed longer period
of rest.
The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi
Adesina, who disclosed this in a statement made available to
journalists, explained that the “longer period of rest” necessitated
his principal staying back in London longer than was initially
planned.
He however thanked Nigerians for their prayers and good wishes while
assuring them that there is no cause to worry regarding Buhari’s
health.
According to Adesina, “President Muhammadu Buhari thanks millions of
Nigerians who have been sending good wishes and praying for his health
and well-being in mosques and churches throughout the country.
“The President is immensely grateful for the prayers, show of love and concern.
“President Buhari wishes to reassure Nigerians that there is no cause for worry.
“During his normal annual checkup, tests showed he needed a longer
period of rest, necessitating the President staying longer than
originally planned.
