The Chartered Institute of Treasury Management (CITM) has paid glowing tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of “unwavering integrity” whose presidency marked a turning point in Nigeria’s anti-corruption and financial transparency drive.
In a statement issued in Abuja, the institute said Buhari’s firm commitment to ethical governance and public accountability left a lasting impact on the nation’s institutional framework.
“His puritanical stance against graft and financial malfeasance set a standard for accountability, inspiring renewed hope for ethical leadership in both the public and private sectors,” the statement read.
One of the crowning moments of Buhari’s administration, CITM noted, was his historic assent to the Act establishing the Chartered Institute of Treasury Management—an institutional legacy the body described as “a testament to his dedication to due process and proper management of public finances.”
“By empowering CITM as a body charged with preventing fraud, embezzlement, and misappropriation of funds, he laid a lasting foundation for fiscal integrity and professionalism,” the institute added.
The CITM praised Buhari’s role in embedding preventive mechanisms and strengthening anti-corruption institutions, saying his presidency ushered in an era where transparency and efficiency became national priorities.
“We express our profound gratitude to President Buhari for his courage, moral fortitude, and relentless pursuit of a Nigeria free from the scourge of corruption,” the statement concluded. “His legacy will continue to guide future generations.”
The former president, who died in London on Sunday, July 13, 2025, is remembered for his austere lifestyle, firm leadership, and unflinching stance against corruption. He served as both military Head of State (1983–1985) and elected President (2015–2023), making him one of Nigeria’s most consequential leaders.