Tinubu Celebrates Obasanjo At 89, Praises His National Service

Tinubu celebrates Obasanjo on his 89th birthday
President praises former leader’s courage and sacrifices
Prayers offered for continued health and wisdom

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated former President Olusegun Obasanjo on the occasion of his 89th birthday on March 5.

The congratulatory message was conveyed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tinubu rejoiced with the elder statesman, acknowledging his enduring influence in Nigeria, across Africa and globally. He commended Obasanjo’s courage and sacrifices in service to the nation.

Obasanjo previously served as Nigeria’s military Head of State from 1976 to 1979, overseeing the transition to civilian rule in 1979. He later returned as the country’s democratically elected president from 1999 to 2007 at the start of the Fourth Republic.

The statement read: “President Tinubu affirms the historic experiences of the former leader, including leading troops to preserve Nigeria’s unity at the warfront, serving time in prison for speaking out against tyranny, and consistently pursuing Africa’s political and economic interests.

“As Chief Obasanjo turns 89, the President acknowledges the zeal and wisdom he has brought into Nigeria’s development process through his books and regular interventions, revealing a depth of patriotism to nation-building.

“Tinubu prays for more years of good health, strength, and wisdom for the former president as he continues to serve the nation and humanity.”