The Presidency has said President Muhammadu Buhari acted in line with
the constitution by handing over power to his deputy, Yemi Osinbajo
before embarking on his medical vacation, hence he will not resign.
Senior Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba
Shehu made the remark in response to demands by some Nigerians for the
President’s resignation, owing to his illness.
Speaking in Abuja, Shehu also reminded protesters that the Acting
President has been doing well since he took over the mantle of
leadership.
According to Shehu, “They (the protesters) are only exercising their rights in line with the constitution of this country.
“Of what use or value is a democracy in which citizens cannot embark
on peaceful protests? So we respect their right to convene or undertake
peaceful protest.
“On the second issue of whether the president should resign or
disclose or whatever, I think they are stepping outside the laws of this
country.
“Anyone conversant with the constitution of this country would have
noticed or seen that Mr President has complied 100 percent with the
requirements of the constitution of this country.
“He has handed over power to the vice president, relying on the constitution.
“The vice president is carrying on with the affairs of this country.
He is undertaking activities of government in line with the constitution
in a way that the President himself has given words of commendation.
“So, the President has not breached any law. What he has done is
perfectly in line with the constitution of this country and people are
looking for things to say. I think they should do their research very
well.”
This is coming at a time when some youths led by ace musician, Charlyboy asked the President to return and resume his duty or resign.
Similarly, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, had over the weekend said Buhari will not resign from his position.