President Muhammadu Buhari has described former President Olusegun
Obasanjo as “a passionate and great patriot who deserves accolades for his
immeasurable contributions to our democracy and national unity.”
In a statement to mark Obasanjo’s 82nd birthday anniversary, President
Buhari acknowledged that “regardless of our political differences with
Obasanjo, I still hold him in the highest esteem because his contributions
to the development of the country overshadow those differences.”
He said, “Chief Obasanjo gave a good account of himself and inspired his
juniors with his wit and other leadership skills.”
According to Buhari, “Nigeria’s successful transition to democratic rule
in October 1979 was one of Obasanjo’s remarkable contributions to national
development.”
“As he celebrates his 82nd Birthday Anniversary, I wish Chief Obasanjo
more good health, knowledge and wisdom in the service of Nigeria and
humanity”, President Buhari said.