President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with his predecessor, Goodluck Jonathan on his 62nd birthday, describing him as a leader whose legacy of humility and patriotism will continue to inspire generations.
This was contained in a congratulatory message signed by Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), Femi Adesina.
Buhari hailed Jonathan for his good counsel to leaders in Nigeria and around the world since he left office.
“President Muhammadu Buhari felicitates with former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 62nd birthday, joining the nation in praying for longer life, good health and more strength to keep serving the nation,” the message read.
“President Buhari rejoices with family, friends and political associates of the former president, lauding him for good counsel to leaders within and outside Nigeria since he left office, sharing his experience of serving at different levels of governance.
“President Buhari believes the former President’s legacy of humility and patriotism will continue to resonate, inspiring generations to come on the sacrifices made for the stability of democracy and promotion of sustainable development.
“The President wishes the former President and his family more years of joyful celebrations.”
Jonathan lost the 2015 presidential election to Buhari, conceding defeat before the announcement of final results by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
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