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President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday thanked millions of Nigerians who have been sending good wishes and praying for his health and well-being in mosques and churches throughout the country.
In a statement by the Special Adviser on media and publicity, Femi Adesina, the President said that he was immensely grateful for the prayers, show of love and concern.
He also reassured Nigerians that there is no cause for worry.
The statement reads “During his normal annual checkup, tests showed he needed a longer period of rest, necessitating the President staying longer than originally planned.”
President Buhari began his vacation on 19 January, choosing London, where he also planned to conduct some routine medical checks.
He was billed to return to work on 6 February.
On 5 February, he notified the Nigerian Senate that he needed more time based on the advice of his doctors that he await the results of some tests.
In his absence, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has been acting for him.
