President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, extended warm greetings to former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, on his 89th birthday.
His predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari also hailed the former Head of States in a message via his media aide, Malam Garba Shehu.
Tinubu’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, titled ‘President Tinubu celebrates former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, at 89.’
“His (Gowon’s) love and passion for Nigeria, as well as his determination to see into manifestation the unique gifts and combined strengths of all Nigerians, irrespective of faith, tribe or any other difference, remains a pace-setting attribute of leadership that all present and future Nigerian leaders must emulate,” Tinubu said
Also in his message, Buhari said history would “kindly” remember him for setting the country on the path of reconciliation, rehabilitation and reconstruction after the civil war.
“I convey my warm greetings to respected former Head of State, General Gowon, on his birthday and pray for his long and healthy life.
“Gowon’s national development plans, including the hydroelectric power at Kainji, are some of the major achievements of his visionary leadership.
“I remain eternally grateful for his insightful wisdom and support throughout my years in office,” the former president said.
