President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated elder statesman and former Head of the Interim National Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan on his 80th birthday.
In a statement by his senior special assistant on media and publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu on Monday, president Buhari hailed Shonekan’s contributions to national development and unity of the country, saying he would sustain same.
The statement read in part: “On this special occasion, President Buhari commends his immense contribution to national peace and development which he has exemplified as an accomplished administrator, astute businessman and patriot.
“The President believes that the historic role played by the octogenarian in forging and maintaining the unity of Nigeria will continue to endear him to many.
“He assured that his administration would continue look forward to his fatherly counsel and advice on how to move the nation forward.
“President Buhari prays that God Almighty will grant Chief Shonekan more years of good health and happiness to see the Nigeria of our dreams.”
Meanwhile, it was celebration galore in Lagos during Chief Shonekan's birthday thanksgiving service.
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President Buhari hails Ernest Shonekan on his 80th birthday
President Buhari hails Ernest Shonekan on his 80th birthday
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Tuesday, May 10, 2016
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