Buhari, Aiyedatiwa congratulate Tinubu on 72 birthday 

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Former President Muhammadu Buhari and Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa have congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 72nd birthday. 

Buhari in a statement Garba Shehu wished Tinubu good health and long life for the country to benefit from his excellent leadership.

Buhari commended Tinubu for making “sustained efforts to overcome the many problems of the country,” while wishing him many happy returns of the day.

“My family and I pray to God that you remain healthy and happy and continue to work for the betterment of the country. 

Governor Aiyedatiwa in a statement said it’s no coincidence that Tinubu shares the same birth month as the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, former Premier of the Western Region and one of the foremost thinkers and political leaders Nigeria has ever had in its chequered history. 

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He said Tinubu is an incurable subscriber and executioner of progressive politics meant for the advancement of mankind and the society at large.

“As our leader, I am in awe of your uncanny ability to make bold decisions in the overall interest of the people and live with the consequences that may come off thereafter without caving in under pressure. 

“Your leadership of the country at these trying times and the stability you have brought despite the myriad of challenges further validate the litany of stellar achievements you recorded when you governed Lagos between 1999 and 2007.

“We will continue to appreciate your genuine interest in and commitment to the development of Ondo State as exemplified by the fatherly role you played in entrenching political stability in our State when we needed it the most. 

“As you celebrate your birthday today, it is my prayer and the prayer of the good people of Ondo State that you continue to lead the country to a safe harbour in good health and comfort.”