Nigeria, July 16 -- The news came in this afternoon that our leader, our President Muhammadu Buhari has passed on in London at the age of 82.

A symbol of integrity and accountability, President Buhari will forever be remembered for his uprightness in everything; from public office to private life. He is the incorruptible and a symbol of unblemished integrity who has inspired many Nigerians including my humble self.

I recall my meeting with late Muhammadu Buhari before he became President sometime in London in February 2015 (pictured above) while I was studying for a PhD in the U.K. Just before the usual 'welcome pictures' he gave me an advice which I will forever cherish;

'Always stand for what is right and never change for what you be...