message he personally signed, Dr Jonathan described Gowon as a forthright
statesman who has continued to work for the unity of the country.
The former President also extolled Gowon as a leader whose worldview has
been manifestly liberal, guided by those ideals that promote Nigeria’s
development.
According to a statement issued by Ikechukwu Eze, spokesman to Dr.
Jonathan, the ex-President also thanked God for blessing Gowon with long
life, strength and the wisdom with which he has continued to serve the
country.
“I have no doubt that you will continue to serve as a source of
inspiration and a testimony to the fact that honesty, selflessness, and
love for one another, are tenets we all need to imbibe to build the
nation of our dream.”
Similarly, Jonathan congratulated the Governor of Abia State Dr. Okezie
Ikpeazu who turned 54 years on Thursday. In a goodwill message to Dr.
Ikpeazu, Jonathan prayed for God’s guidance and protection as the Governor
strives to improve the lives of his people.
He said further: “On this memorable day, I pray that God will endow you
with more grace to continue to make impactful contributions to Abia State
and to our dear country Nigeria.”