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Abdulsalami says he’s out of hospital, doing well

A former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, says he is recovering well from knee problems which led to his cancelling activities to mark his 80th birthday.

In a phone chat with TheCable on Monday evening following widespread reports that he had suffered a stroke, the retired general said he only had issues with his knee which affected his movement.

He said, “I had a swollen knee and was unable to walk for days in the last week of May.

“After initial care by my doctors, they advised that I should seek further expert care abroad. That was why I had to cancel my birthday programme.

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“I was on admission for a brief period but I have now been discharged while doctors do a regular follow-up. I am much better. It was not an emergency and I was not rushed to any hospital.

“I appreciate the support, love and care that Nigerians have been showing since the story went on social media. I am grateful to all my friends and well-wishers.”

He however did not say when he would return to the country.

Abdulsalami handed over to a democratically elected government in May 1999 and is seen as one of the heroes of Nigerian democracy.

He has also been involved in a number of peace moves to prevent violence around elections and promote the spirit of sportsmanship.

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