President Buhari celebrates Goodluck Jonathan as he turns 60

Buhari congratulates Goodluck Jonathan on his birthday.

President Muhammadu Buhari has sent good will messages to former president Goodluck Jonathan as he clocks 60 today.

This was contained in a statement released on Sunday by Femi Adeshina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity.

The statement reads: “President Buhari joins members of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), professional colleagues, associates of Dr Jonathan, and his family in celebrating the unique history of the Nigerian leader, who within a short period rose from being a Deputy Governor, Governor, Vice President to becoming Nigeria’s President for six years.”

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“President Buhari believes Dr Jonathan’s foray into politics and ascendency to the highest political office in Nigeria from a humble riverine background testifies to the greatness and inclusiveness of Nigeria’s democracy, and serves as an invitation to all those with interest to add value to the nation.

“President Buhari prays that the almighty God will bless Dr Jonathan with good health, wisdom and strength to continue serving the country.”