Full text of GEJ's remarks at the presentation of Handing-over notes to Buhari

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1. I  welcome you all to this occasion of the formal presentation of the Hand-over notes of my Administration to the in-coming Administration of the President-Elect, General Muhammadu Buhari.

2. This event and tomorrow’s inauguration of a new administration are truly historic as it is the first time in the history of our nation that we are witnessing the democratic and orderly transfer of power at the Federal level from one political party to another.

Official photos from Aso Villa tour and Handover notes ceremony

Presidential aide Reuben Abati shares photos from the handover ceremony and tour of Aso Villa. See more photos after the cut...

'You have earned yoursef a place in Nigeria's history' - Buhari to GEJ

While receiving the handover notes from President Jonathan this morning, President-elect, Buhari said for stabilizing Nigeria's democracy, President Jonathan had earned a place in Nigeria's history

"You have earned yourself a place in Nigeria's history for stabilizing our democracy. If you wanted to make things difficult, you could have but you didn't and for that, you have won the respect of world leaders" he said

Photos: Buhari and Osinbajo with their children

"We have some really hot First Children. The next four years will be very interesting!...:-)" said linda, and i totally agree with her.

Photos: President Jonathan presents handover notes to Buhari

Pres. Jonathan this morning officially handed over the comprehensive report of his administration to President-elect Buhari at the State House in Abuja today, May 28th during his facility tour of Aso Villa. Outgoing ministers were present at the ceremony. More photos after the cut..