President Muhmmadu Buhari has sent birthday wishes to former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, who clocks 79.
The President, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, expressed the belief that Nigerians will always remember Babangida’s services to the nation.
“President Muhammadu Buhari sends warm felicitations to former military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida on his 79th birthday, August 17, 2020, joining family, friends and associates to celebrate with the elder statesman.
“As the former military leader turns a new age, the President believes his services to the country will always be remembered.
“President Buhari prays that the Almighty God will continually strengthen Gen. Babangida, grant him good health and longer life,” the statement said.
Similarly, former President Goodluck Jonathan has felicitated the ex-military President, describing him as a statesman who has made a considerable contribution to Nigeria’s growth.
In a goodwill message to Babangida which he personally signed, Jonathan highlighted the former military President’s strong sense of patriotism and commitment to Nigeria’s unity and development.
In the message, Jonathan further said: “I celebrate with you, your family, and all associates as you mark your 79th birthday.
“You are a statesman who has made invaluable contributions to the growth and development of our country, Nigeria.
“I salute your steadfast love for our nation and your continued zeal towards a united and prosperous Nigeria.
“As you celebrate, may God sustain you with sound health, peace and joy. On behalf of my family, I wish you a happy birthday.”