- Tinubu Celebrates Ambassador Patrick Dele Cole at 85
- President Tinubu commended Ambassador Cole’s outstanding service to the nation through his work
- Laud his exemplary diplomatic career
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent warm birthday greetings to elder statesman, veteran journalist, and experienced diplomat, Ambassador Patrick Dele Cole, as he celebrates his 85th birthday.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the President praised him as a prominent figure in Nigeria’s public sphere.
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In a message conveyed through the State House in Abuja yesterday, President Tinubu commended Ambassador Cole’s outstanding service to the nation through his work in journalism, diplomacy, and public administration.
He also acknowledged that Dr. Cole has made a lasting impact on Nigeria’s democratic and intellectual development.
“On behalf of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and myself, I congratulate you on your remarkable 85th birthday on August 4,” President Tinubu wrote.
Emphasizing Cole’s significant influence in the media industry, the President reflected on his impactful leadership as Managing Director of the Daily Times in 1976, a time recognized for restoring the newspaper’s prominence and credibility.
“Your extraordinary contributions to our nation’s newspaper industry, particularly your transformative leadership as Managing Director of the Daily Times in 1976, remain unparalleled.
“You built it into one of Africa’s largest newspapers, a bastion of journalistic integrity and intellectual rigour, and a critical source of thought-provoking editorial opinions that elevated public discourse,” the President said.
President Tinubu also praised Ambassador Cole’s exemplary diplomatic career, highlighting his roles as Special Adviser on International Relations and as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Argentina and Brazil.
“I salute and recognise you on this occasion of your 85th birthday and always as a patriot, intellectual giant, diplomat, doyen of journalism, and elder statesman. You have demonstrated the highest ideals of professionalism, leadership, and moral courage,” President Tinubu added..
The President expressed his deep admiration for Cole’s lifelong dedication to Nigeria, offering a jubilant celebration of his milestone: “Happy birthday with 85 memorable cheers!”
