President Muhammadu
Buhari has felicitated with former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo,
on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Read more after the cut...
In a phone call from
London, where he is convalescing, President Buhari told the former
military ruler (1976 to 1979) and democratically elected president (1999
to 2007) that a time like this provides opportunity to reflect on
Obasanjo's invaluable roles and contributions to the unity and cohesion
of Nigeria, the brotherhood of all Africans, as well as peace and amity over the globe.
President Buhari described the former president as "a true citizen of the world."
Recalling their days in the military, President Buhari said: "Those of
us who served under you in various capacities recall a man with
boundless energy, with razor sharp mind, and one who does not suffer
fools gladly.
Working with you was a school in itself, and the lessons
learnt are worth their weight in gold.”
Chief Obasanjo wished
President Buhari good health, saying he stands together with him in
prayers, so that he can return soon to continue the good work he is
doing for the country.
FEMI ADESINA
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
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