Did Buhari influence Lawan, and Gbajabiamila in approving bills? Fresh details emerge

  • President Muhammadu Buhari said he advocated legislative independence and did not interfere in selecting leaders
  • He made this known on Thursday, May 25, at the inauguration of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) in Abuja
  • The President acknowledged the legislature’s impact on a nation, describing it as the cornerstone of democracy

FCT, Abuja – President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed that he never interfered in the affairs of the National Assembly because of his respect and belief in legislative independence.

The President stated this on Thursday, May 25, at the commissioning of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) in Abuja.