Nigeria, July 26 -- Former presidential media aide, Garba Shehu , has revealed how late former President Muhammadu Buhari turned down luxury gifts, including a private aircraft from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during his presidency.

Mr Shehu, who was Mr Buhari's spokesperson throughout his eight years at the Aso Rock Villa, spoke on the Inside Sources programme of Laolu Akande on Channels Television on Friday.

He said the late president politely turned down the offer, saying he would not be able to maintain a private jet after leaving office.

Mr Shehu said the private jet gift was offered by the Emir of Abu Dhabi during Mr Buhari's official visit to Abu Dhabi in 2016.

"When we went to the United Arab Emirates in 2016, and in Abu Dh...