Some prominent Nigerians have described President Muhammadu Buhari as a committed, progressive concerned with the yearnings and aspirations of Nigerians.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan, in a goodwill message to Buhari on his 76th birthday, Sunday, “Yours has been a life of great service to our dear nation, having served as a brave soldier, governor, minister of petroleum, head of state and now president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the message reads.
“I join you, your family, well-wishers and fellow Nigerians to give thanks to Almighty God for the gift of a long life.
“I wish you good health and more productive years, as you continue to lend your skills and energy to the task of building a Nigeria of our dreams.”
Also, Senator George Akume, former governor of Benue State and a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has hailed President Buhari on the occasion of his 76th birthday.
In a statement, Akume described President Buhari as a great leader who fought at the risk of his own life to preserve the oneness of Nigeria.
“The President has lived a life worthy of emulation by all Nigerians and those who wish Nigeria well.
“At the very tender age of 19, he enlisted into the Nigerian Army in 1962, thus voluntarily putting Nigeria first, even before his own life.”
Mr Simon Lalong, Plateau State governor on his paty described as the architect and father of modern Nigeria, saying the President has succeeded in changing the negative narrative about the country.
He said: “Mr. President, I join millions of Nigerians and other well-wishers to rejoice with you on this epochal and auspicious occasion of your 76th birthday.
He said, “Mr. President, your birthday reminds us of the fact that you are the architect and father of modern Nigeria, an anti-corruption czar, a lover of the masses, a nationalist and patriot par excellence. You have succeeded in changing the hitherto negative narrative about Nigeria and its attendant image in the comity of nations within a record time of your first tenure of office.”
Umar Bago (APC/Niger), said “Mr President has succeeded in repositioning the country.for the better in security, transport, massive roads construction, provision of farming implements and diversification of the economy among others.
”President Buhari has proved beyond reasonable doubt to be honest, sincere and committed to the yearnings and aspirations of Nigerians, irrespective of political, tribal and ethnic differences. Our dear nation still has more to reap from your wealth of experience and deep wisdom in its journey to greatness.”
