General News of Wednesday, 5 May 2021
Source: www.mynigeria.com
Nigerians remember late President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua eleven years on
Today mark exactly eleven years since the passing of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua which occurred on May 5, 2010.
He was Nigeria's president from the year 2007 till his death in 2010.
President Yar'Adua has been described as a man of peace, a true democrat who was loved by all. One would say he definitely left a mark on the minds of Nigerians.
To mark his passing, some Nigerians have taken to social media to celebrate him for his good works while he lived.
According to some Nigerians, here is a list of things the late president did in office before his death.
*Increased armed forces allowance
*Increased NYSC allowance
*Reduced fuel price
*increased police salary
*Ensured peace
*Ended Militancy in Niger Delta.
*United Nigeria
Today, I celebrate my boss, friend, colleague and brother, President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua who departed this world 11 years ago.
— Goodluck E. Jonathan (@GEJonathan) May 5, 2021
As politicians, we shared a common vision of a peaceful, united and just nation. pic.twitter.com/WmfEvaUuY4
On this day 11-years ago, Nigeria lost a selfless, patriotic and committed leader — and I lost a great friend. As we remember President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua today, we celebrate his legacy of integrity and pray that the mercy of Almighty Allah (SWT) continues to be upon him. Amin. pic.twitter.com/k0wD5buZEe
— Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) May 5, 2021
Today makes it 11 years, President Umaru Musa Yar’adua passed away. He is indeed one of the best Presidents Nigeria ever had. May his soul continue to Rest In Peace we miss you ❤️???? https://t.co/4qrJOG4UKj
— Oluwakem5 (@oluwakemiiiii) May 5, 2021
The best President we never had. 11 years today since your death. Continue to rest in peace President Umaru Musa Yar'adua ????
— Adoga Michael Oyi (@AdogaMikeOyi) May 5, 2021
Mr. President Mr President pic.twitter.com/vdazQaMYOZ
Exactly 11 years ago, a true leader & paragon of hope, former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, passed on.
— K_Jaleel (@K_jaleell) May 5, 2021
May the Lord Almighty continue to grant him repose.
Ameen! pic.twitter.com/dmLWN6fqJ8
On this day , 11 years ago , Nigeria lost President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. On this day, every year, his image fills our consciousness as a mark of his selflessness, typical modesty and exceptional flair.
— The distinguished (@bashow110) May 5, 2021
His legacy as a real democrat will forever be in our mind. Rest Well . Ameen pic.twitter.com/BTLgfXgvNS
Nigeria Lost a great leader and one Best President Nigeria has ever had....may You continue to rest President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua pic.twitter.com/2SSijxycV6
— Chris Ben???????????? $Dogecoin (@Chrisben_concep) May 5, 2021
Today 11 years ago Former Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua died.
— Nigeria Stories (@NigeriaStories) May 5, 2021
During his time in office he
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*Increased armed forces allowance
*increased NYSC allowance
*Reduced fuel price
*increased police salary
*Ensured peace
E.t.c
Rest in peace sir . Nigerians remember pic.twitter.com/7wf1t2H8jI
Exactly Today (5/5/2010), 11 Years Ago, We Lost A Good Man With a Good Heart, a Father, a Patriot, a Legend.
— Chigozirim Emeakayi ???????? (@GoziconC) May 5, 2021
Dear President Umaru Musa Yar'adua, may Your Soul Keep Resting In Janatul Firdaus AMIN pic.twitter.com/TSXWWjoxLn
Good name is better than gold. 11 years on & Nigerians still call you the selfless, detribalized, & PATRIOTIC leader. It’s DEEDS, not WORDS.
— NEFERTITI (@firstladyship) May 5, 2021
President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua was “integrity & honesty,” unlike those who claim they have integrity, & blame everyone else but themselves. pic.twitter.com/HXiZbjZ0iz
