Former Chief of Army Staff and Nigeria’s viceroy to the Republic of Benin, Tukur Buratai has reacted to calls by some individuals by display of campaign posters, saying he never showed interest to join politics.
Buratai, in a statement signed by Sani Kukasheka and made available ASHENEWS on Sunday, said he is contented with the national service he is currently engaged in as Ambassador to Benin Republic.
Read the statement below:
“The attention of His Excellency, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai (rtd), Nigeria’s Ambassador to Republic of Benin and former Chief of Army Staff, has been drawn to calls and dissemination of campaign posters by some persons calling on him to join partisan politics and contest for 2023 presidency under one of the political parties.
However, it is essential to state that the Ambassador has never indicated interest, discussed with, or directed anyone on such matters. Therefore, such calls and posters should be discountenance as they did not emanate from him, nor is he interested in them. It is entirely the handiwork of some people for reasons best known to them.
His Excellency wishes to reiterate his contentment and commitment to national service in his present capacity as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the Benin Republic. He remains loyal and eternally grateful to President Muhammadu Buhari for the opportunity to serve. He, however, wishes to thank all well-meaning persons, friends and well-wishers who showed concern over this development.
