Nigeria, July 16 -- A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ayiri Emami, has praised the late former President Muhammadu Buhari for his commitment to democratic ideals, stating that the late president never interfered in state-level politics during his tenure.

Mr Emami, who holds the traditional title of Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom in Delta State, described the late former president as a true democrat who respected the will of the people and the autonomy of state institutions.

He said this in a statement shared with PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday to mourn Mr Buhari, who died on Sunday in a London hospital after a prolonged illness.

The APC chieftain noted that Mr Buhari's non-interference in the political affairs of states ensur...