President Bola Tinubu has penned a heartfelt tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari on his 82nd birthday. In a statement, Tinubu expressed his warmest congratulations and best wishes to Buhari, acknowledging his years of dedicated service and leadership that have significantly shaped the course of Nigeria.
“Dear President Muhammadu Buhari. On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to you on your 82nd Birthday,” Tinubu wrote. “As you celebrate this remarkable milestone in Daura, we reflect on your years of dedicated service and leadership, which have significantly shaped the course of our nation.”
Tinubu also praised Buhari’s steadfast commitment to Nigeria’s advancement and unity, noting that his enduring legacy continues to guide the nation’s journey towards prosperity and stability. “Your steadfast commitment to Nigeria’s advancement and unity inspires many, and your enduring legacy continues to guide our nation’s journey towards prosperity and stability,” he said.
The President also commended Buhari’s doggedness and resilience in contesting presidential elections in 2003, 2007, and 2011 before winning them in 2015 and 2019. “I will continue to build on the infrastructure legacy you bequeathed to our nation as the leader of our country’s first All Progressives Congress administration,” Tinubu added.
In his concluding remarks, Tinubu wished Buhari good health, happiness, and fulfillment in all his endeavors. “On this special day, may you be surrounded by the love of your family and friends and continue to enjoy good health, happiness, and fulfillment in all your endeavors, now and in the future. Happy Birthday, and thank you for your services to Nigeria.”
