In a heartfelt celebration of unwavering leadership and national dedication, President Bola Tinubu honors former President Muhammadu Buhari on his 81st birthday. The event, marked by camaraderie and reverence, took place on December 16, 2023.
President Tinubu, a close ally and friend, eloquently praises the iconic statesman's commitment to truth, justice, and patriotism. Reminiscing about Buhari's exceptional service as both Head of State and President, Tinubu highlights the monumental strides made under his watch.
Among the lauded achievements are numerous international airports, standard-gauge railway lines, seaport developments, dams, power stations, oil and gas infrastructure, expressways, mega-bridges, and the groundbreaking national social investment and protection programme. President Tinubu particularly applauds Buhari's visionary approach to modernizing the nation's defence architecture and fostering food security through empowering Nigerian farmers.
Describing Buhari as a paragon of sacrifice and fidelity to the national cause, President Tinubu emphasizes, "President Buhari is from the rarest phylum of virtuous servant-leaders. He has devoted his life to the service of the nation, even earning himself detention for his patriotism and service to our Fatherland. The emergence of leaders like my good friend, Buhari, happens only by divine orchestration. He is a man of absolute and undiluted integrity. His yea is yea, and his nay is nay."
Expressing gratitude for Buhari's steadfast support for the administration, President Tinubu acknowledges the elder statesman's role in shaping a prosperous and progressive Nigeria. Wishing him longevity and strength, Tinubu assures the former President that the shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous nation remains a steadfast commitment.
