Tinubu Celebrates Buratai's Military Leadership Legacy

On 17 September 2026, President Bola Tinubu commended the leadership of former Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai (retd.) during the public presentation of the book "Military Transformational Leadership in Action: The Buratai Era," authored by M.S. Abubakar.

The event took place in Abuja at the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites, with Tinubu's speech delivered by Mrs. Bekearedebo Augusta Warrens, the Permanent Secretary for Political and Economic Affairs. Tinubu emphasized that Buratai's documented tenure would serve as a valuable resource for current and future military leaders.

He noted that Buratai's leadership was critical during a challenging period marked by terrorism and insurgency, which tested the military's capabilities. The publication discusses various aspects of military leadership and institutional reform, asserting that transformational leadership involves not only battlefield success but also the development of resilient military institutions.

Tinubu acknowledged ongoing security challenges in Nigeria, including terrorism and organized crime, and highlighted the government's efforts to enhance national security.