63rd Independence Anniversary: Buhari Sends Wishes To Tinubu, Nigerians

Former President Muhammadu Buhari has prayed for democracy to continue to gain strength in Nigeria, especially on the occasion of the country’s 63rd Independence Anniversary.

In a statement on Saturday signed by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, the former president said for 63 years, Nigeria continues to inspire the rest of the continent with the creativity and diversity of its citizens.

Buhari also conveyed his greetings to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the people of Nigeria on the occasion of the nation’s Independence Anniversary.

The statement reads: “On the occasion of the nation’s Independence Anniversary, I send my warm greetings to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the people of Nigeria.

“For 63 years, Nigeria continues to inspire the rest of the continent with the creativity and diversity of its citizens and now, a long span of democratic rule. I’m very optimistic that democracy as a system of government will continue to gain strength, year after year, in our nation. Happy Anniversary.”