PRESIDENT BUHARI CELEBRATES EX- PRESIDENT OLUSEGUN OBASANJO AT 85
President Muhammadu BuharI has felicitated with former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 85th birthday anniversary.
President Buhari in his message to Obasanjo which was signed by Mr. Femi Adesina his Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publiciry, described him as a study in patriotism, leadership and courage.
The President extolled the qualities of the former President who led the country to Democratic governance in 1979 and took over the reins of power as elected president in 1999 fir eight years.
He said, “On behalf of the Federal Government and Nigerians in general, President Muhammafu Buhari felicitates with former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 85th birthday, joining family, friends and associates in celebrating the joyous occasion.
“President Buhari believes the former Head of State, (1976 — 1979) and former President of Nigeria, (1999-2007), is a study in patriotism, leadership and courage, leading the country to democratic government in 1979, and taking over the reins of power as elected President in 1999.”
He affirmed that the former President’s influence continues to resonate beyond the country, extending to the international community and multilateral institutions.
“As a former military and civilian leader, with a strong network nationally and internationally, President Buhari extolled the wisdom, insight and versatility that Chief Obasanjo brings to bear on things, reflecting his experience, diligence and versatility.
“On his 85th birthday, the President joins family members in thanking God for the life, health and alertness of the former leader, praying for grace and more strength as he serves country, Africa and the world.” The statement added
