Former President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathized with President Bola Tinubu over the death of several Nigerians in recent stampedes in Oyo, Anambra and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT.

Buhari also expressed sympathy to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra and the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike.

He appealed to the leaders to pass on his words of sympathy and support to the families and friends of the victims while wishing those injured in the stampedes speedy recovery.
The former President also consoled the Catholic community which was also affected by the stampedes.

Buhari further extended his warm wishes to Nigerians on the occasion of Christmas and called on fellow countrymen to recall the noble teachings of Jesus Christ.

He also extended his heartfelt wishes to Nigerians, praying that the new year would usher in immense prosperity, peace and good health.