President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday celebrated with former President, Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on occasion of his 65th birthday.
The former president will turn 65 on Sunday, November 20, 2022.
Buhari extolled Jonathan as a character that’s worthy of emulation while underscoring his unique position in the growth and development of the nation.
The president said his predecessor sacrificed his personal ambition for the greater good of the country and successfully winning the hearts of Nigerians and the world as a man of peace by carrying on his legacy of truce and amity to many countries.
This was disclosed in a statement by Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity.
“Buhari joins the family, particularly his wife, Patience, and mother, Eunice, in celebrating another milestone in Jonathan’s life, recalling his political journey, which has been evidently shaped by the mercies and grace of the Almighty God, starting as Deputy Governor, 1999-2005, Governor, 2005 -2007, Vice President, 2007-2010 and President, 2010-2015.
“The President believes the friendliness, loyalty, and humility of Dr Jonathan continue to open opportunities for service to humanity while defining a path for the former President to invest in people, institutions, and nations.
“As Dr Jonathan clocks 65, Buhari prays for his well-being and that of his family,” he said.