PRESIDENT Buhari has asked beneficiaries of government patronage to always engage in corporate social responsibility, instead of seeking to favour individuals with gifts.
Buhari spoke in Daura, Katsina State, today, when he visited the Emir of Daura, Dr Umar Faruk Umar.
“I don’t want your cheque. Go and assist our communities instead of trying to return kickbacks to public officers.”
“We don’t want cheques from anyone or organisation as returns or influence of any kind. Let them remember their Corporate Social Responsibilities,” Garba Shehu, his media aide, quoted to have said.
The President noted that he would love to visit Daura more frequently, but for the high cost of presidential movements and exposing security personnel to the weather, assuring that his heart remains with the people.
“We are known for farming and I have my farm here. I could come every two weeks and no one can stop me. But the cost to the movement is high.”
The President said the grace of God had kept Nigeria together as a country in spite of differences that led to a 30 months civil war
“We want to thank God always for keeping us together as a country. From January 15, 1966, the country was thrown into political crisis. We had a 30 months civil war that resulted in the loss of about a million lives.
“We still thank God for keeping us together. We remain grateful to all those who showed interest in our unity and progress. May God continue to bless them,” he added.
