“You are a sincere patriot who has sacrificed so much for the growth and development of our dear country.”
Nigerian former President, Goodluck Jonathan, has eulogized ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo for his patriotism and support for Nigeria’s survival, unity and progress.
Jonathan expressed this in a statement to celebrate Obasanjo who clocks 84 on Friday.
In a goodwill message he signed and made public, on Friday, Jonathan described Obasanjo as a sincere patriot.
He said, “As you mark this occasion of your 84th birthday, I join your family, friends and well-wishers to thank Almighty God for a fulfilling and highly eventful life.
“You are a sincere patriot who has sacrificed so much for the growth and development of our dear country. Your leadership both as a military Head of State and President at different periods produced landmark achievements in uniting and deepening the bond that holds together our diverse country.
“Baba, you are a great African who has contributed so much to the consolidation of laudable regional and sub-regional initiatives on the continent. You will continue to remain relevant in the task of nation-building, especially in this period when the peace and stability in many African nations are greatly challenged.
“We pray to God to protect and strengthen you to enable you to continue to lend your experience and wisdom to the development impetus of our dear country, Nigeria.”
