Muhammad Buhari, Muhammad also spelled Muhammadu (born Dec. 17, 1942, Daura, Nigeria), Nigerian military leader and politician, who served as head of state (1984–85).

Educated largely in Katsina, Buhari took military training in Kaduna as well as in Great Britain, India, and the United States. He was involved in the military coup that ousted Yakubu Gowon in 1975 and was appointed military governor of North Eastern state (now Borno) that same year. He was appointed federal commissioner for petroleum resources by Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo, who became military head of state when Gowon’s successor, Murtala Mohammed, was assassinated in 1976. By 1977 Buhari had become the military secretary at Supreme Military Headquarters, which was the seat of government. By September 1979 he had returned to regular army duties and commanded a division based in Kaduna. Although elected government had returned to Nigeria in 1979, dissatisfaction with what the military perceived as corrupt politicians led to another military coup on Dec. 31, 1983, and Buhari was chosen unanimously to be the new head of state.

Insurmountable economic problems plagued the Buhari regime as petroleum prices collapsed in the face of expanding foreign debt. Buhari instituted austerity measures that caused severe hardship to the average Nigerian. In addition, political corruption continued unabated, with politicians escaping to Western countries with millions of dollars in government money. In an effort to stop dissension, Buhari instituted restrictions on the press, political freedoms, and trade unionists. By August 1985 even the military had had enough, and Ibrahim Babangida took control of the government. Buhari was detained in Benin City but was released at the end of 1988.

I know he is not the best but he's better than what we av at present. I hope this help solve the case

Right on the money!

He is also not a saint as portrayed by his rabid fans. Just ask IBB

HMMM, IBB CAN NEVER BE TRUSTED! MARADONA

Even if GMB was corrupt as a dictator, which I still doubt very much, by the way, the point is that he still knew what he was doing. He was seen to actually be in charge.

As opposed to GEJ who seems to be out of touch with the goings-on in his government. He appears largely clueless. Sometimes I wonder if he deliberately portrays himself as clueless or if he is actually not in charge of his govt. Because I don't understand how he can allow some certain things going on before his very eyes.

afolag:
I know he is not the best but he's better than what we av at present. I hope this help solve the case

What proof do u have for that? Do u in any way try to compare military dictatorship to civil rule? Are u expecting ur democratic president to abuse the power that enthroned him by acting like a dictator when due process is required? Have u been able to ask ur self this question? Assuming Gudluck Jonathan has been as quick as u guys had ever wanted him, what could have been the fate of people like Ali Modu Sheriff today? Who has been acused of sponsoring Boko Haram by conspiracy from his enemy camp? That is where the dictators like buhari would have easily failed. The worst civilian president is better than the best military dictator

nobilis:
Even if GMB was corrupt as a dictator, which I still doubt very much, by the way, the point is that he still knew what he was doing. He was seen to actually be in charge.

As opposed to GEJ who seems to be out of touch with the goings-on in his government. He appears largely clueless. Sometimes I wonder if he deliberately portrays himself as clueless or if he is actually not in charge of his govt. Because I don't understand how he can allow some certain things going on before his very eyes.

How, explain very well to everyone how GEJ is clueless, how has he lost touch with his govt. Please give examples and alternative to what he would have done.

Buhari wasn't a president.

afolag:
I know he is not the best but he's better than what we av at present. I hope this help solve the case

Hmmm na wao he is not the best, thank God u know Buhari is not the best so how can he be better.

HugeCock:
Buhari wasn't a president.

GBAM!!!

He wasn't elected, his regime was illegitimate.

He's part of the ruling establishment who is currently acting out the usual script of pretending to be the opposition candidate to ensure no real opposition really emerges in Nigeria. Meanwhile they are drinking fine tea in London, Washington, Paris, Beijing, and even in Mecca

nobilis:
Even if GMB was corrupt as a dictator, which I still doubt very much, by the way, the point is that he still knew what he was doing. He was seen to actually be in charge.

As opposed to GEJ who seems to be out of touch with the goings-on in his government. He appears largely clueless. Sometimes I wonder if he deliberately portrays himself as clueless or if he is actually not in charge of his govt. Because I don't understand how he can allow some certain things going on before his very eyes.

The guy is always drunk sir. That is why you see him read primary school story books. if it was a Newspaper understandable but story book and taking The Pictures as well it is Ridiculous.

kipesco:


How, explain very well to everyone how GEJ is clueless, how has he lost touch with his govt. Please give examples and alternative to what he would have done.

I'll answer you with a post I copied from another nairalander's thread.

Guidette:
Since NL is a site of lists, I have decided to make my own list of lies GEJ has told us in the last 6 years including sources.
Feel free to add yours. Add valid sources so that PDP and TAN loyalists can't dispute any of them. Thanks.


1. "..If I'm voted into power, within the next four years, the issue of power will become a thing of the past. Four years is enough for anyone in power to make significant improvement, and if I can't improve on power within this period, it then means I CANNOT DO ANYTHING EVEN IF I AM THERE FOR THE NEXT FOUR YEARS" - Goodluck Jonathan, Vanguard newspaper, 2011
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2011/02/i-ll-not-contest-2015-election-jonathan

2.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-12339017

3. “The excesses of Boko Haram must stop. That is the decision of this present government now. It must stop, whatever it will cost the government, it must stop. The military intervention in the affected states is going on well. There is no human rights abuse and there is no collateral damage with regards to security of individuals. I am optimistic that with the level of success already being recorded, the emergency rule in the affected states may not last up to the six months stipulated by the Constitution,” Goodluck Jonathan, 2013
http://www.punchng.com/news/boko-haram-must-be-defeated-at-all-costs-jonathan/

4. "I believe that the kidnap of these girls will be the beginning of the end of terror in Nigeria. We will surely bring their daughters back." President Goodluck Jonathan on Chibok girls May 2014
http://m.bbc.com/news/world-africa-27328003

5. “Over 70 percent of what are called corruption, even by EFCC (Economic and Financial Crimes Commission) and other anti-corruption agencies is not corruption, but common stealing. Corruption is perception, not reality,” the President said during his 7th Presidential Media Chat
http://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/160156-corruption-charges-ministers-politically-motivated-says-jonathan.html#sthash.aGWFtVXb.dpbs

kipesco:


Hmmm na wao he is not the best, thank God u know Buhari is not the best so how can he be better.

can u gve us a better candidate, atlist we knw hiw d economy was b4 broz climb d sit and now we knw wat its like.
Google "clueless president" u will understand what u av as d best.

afolag:

can u gve us a better candidate, atlist we knw hiw d economy was b4 broz climb d sit and now we knw wat its like.
Google "clueless president" u will understand what u av as d best.

So sorry o, Nigeria despite oil price fall still doing well and Jonathan the only President to take NSE to the globe beat to reach the highest growing economy in Africa.. That is a PhD President. You can help me Google certificateless President and you will understand kporruption. Hehehe

slimfit1:


The guy is always drunk sir. That is why you see him read primary school story books. if it was a Newspaper understandable but story book and taking The Pictures as well it is Ridiculous.

ur statement sounds so dumb and stvpid as u. have u seen him drunk before or is it ur dead brain telling u. how old are u foool? come here spitin trash.. biggest mugu i ve ever seen on NL..

kipesco:

So sorry o, Nigeria despite oil price fall still doing well and Jonathan the only President to take NSE to the globe beat to reach the highest growing economy in Africa.. That is a PhD President. You can help me Google certificateless President and you will understand kporruption. Hehehe

kipesco hope u av a bottle of water close to you..nigerians av spoken u will hear the news in few minute.
Anyways it goes me and you remain brothers. 1 nigeria