President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday disclosed that results of the series of medical checkups carried out on him in the course of his vacation in the United Kingdom had shown that he needed longer period of rest.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, who disclosed this in a statement explained that the “longer period of rest” necessitated his principal staying back in London longer than was initially planned.

He was grateful to Nigerians for their prayers and good wishes while assuring them that there is no cause to worry regarding Buhari’s health.

Adesina said: “President Muhammadu Buhari thanks millions of Nigerians who have been sending good wishes and praying for his health and well-being in mosques and churches throughout the country.

“The President is immensely grateful for the prayers, show of love and concern.

“President Buhari wishes to reassure Nigerians that there is no cause for worry.

“During his normal annual checkup, tests showed he needed a longer period of rest, necessitating the President staying longer than originally planned.”