President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the National Assembly requesting the extension of his vacation.
The President was hitherto expected back in Abuja on Sunday evening so as to resume work on Monday the 6th of February.
The latest development will no doubt heighten speculations about the President Buhari's state of health.
Below is the press release issued on Sunday by Mr Femi Adeshina, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity.
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT BUHARI EXTENDS VACATION, WRITES NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
President Muhammadu Buhari has written to the National Assembly today, February 5, 2017, informing of his desire to extend his leave in order to complete and receive the results of a series of tests recommended by his doctors.
The President had planned to return to Abuja this evening, but was advised to complete the test cycle before returning. The notice has since been dispatched to the Senate President, and Speaker, House of Representatives.
Mr. President expresses his sincere gratitude to Nigerians for their concern, prayers and kind wishes.
FEMI ADESINA
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
February 5, 2017
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