A United States-based community leader and traditional titleholder from Kwara State, Erelu Adebola, has called for the proper documentation of the legacies of former President Muhammadu Buhari for the benefit of future generations.
Adebola, who holds the title of Erelu Oba of Olusin of Isanlu-Isin in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara, made the call in a personally signed condolence message to mourn the late Nigerian leader.
She commiserated with President Bola Tinubu, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, and the Olusin of Isanlu-Isin, Oba Solomon Olugbenga Oloyede Atobatele, as well as the Nigerian people over Buhari's passing.
"Regardless of political differences, President Buhari's years in leadership shaped many aspects of Nigeria's governance structure. His contributions must be carefully chronicled and preserved for national memory," she said.
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Erelu Adebola also urged Nigerians to remain united and take lessons from the country's leadership history in shaping the path ahead.
She described Buhari as "a man of discipline and principle" whose simplicity and focus on anti-corruption laid the groundwork for institutional reforms that will outlive him.
"He stood for integrity, even when it was unpopular to do so, and that alone sets him apart" she said.
According to her, Buhari's quiet yet firm leadership style deserves critical reflection, especially by future leaders seeking to serve the country with sincerity and purpose.
She called on scholars, historians, and public institutions to ensure that Buhari's contributions are captured beyond politics and preserved in books, documentaries, and academic analyses.
While praying for the repose of his soul, Erelu Adebola, commiserated with his immediate family and encouraged Nigerians to approach national transitions with dignity and dialogue.
"It is in how we honour our past leaders that we define the tone for the future," she added.
