Former President Muhammadu Buhari has characterized Nigerians as a ‘difficult people to govern,’ stating that they always claim to know better than their leaders.
The Kastina-born retired military General shared this perspective during an interview with the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), MUK TV reports.
Reflecting on his eight-year tenure, Buhari emphasized his dedication to advancing the country in various sectors.
He, however, noted the distinct challenge of governing Nigerians, saying, “People know their rights; they think they should be there and not you. It’s virtually every step, and you’ve to struggle day and night to prove your competence. I don’t think I took Nigerians for granted.”
In terms of his leadership experience, he shared, “God allowed me to serve my country, but I did my best. Whether my best was good enough, I leave for people to judge.”
Buhari also highlighted his government’s success in addressing insecurity in the Northeast, expressing satisfaction with the achieved results.
He underscored the significance of security for national development, mentioning, “We are lucky to have control in the Northeast. I achieved security because, without it, nothing else can develop.”
Addressing the challenges faced, particularly in Borno State, he urged individuals to inquire about the difficulty faced by the governor.
He stressed the crucial first step of securing the state or country to earn the citizens’ trust.
