Former President Muhammadu Buhari characterized Nigerians as a challenging population to govern. During his eight-year presidency, he acknowledged the difficulty in leading the country, citing a perception among Nigerians that they should be in charge. Buhari emphasized the struggle to demonstrate competence and stated that he did not take Nigerians for granted. In an interview with the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), he shared his perspective on the challenges of governance in Nigeria, highlighting the complexity of earning the trust of citizens. Additionally, Buhari mentioned the achievements in addressing insecurity in the Northeast during his tenure, noting the importance of securing the state for overall development. He expressed satisfaction with the successes in regaining control in the region, particularly in countering the insurgency by groups like Boko Haram.
