The matriarch of late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Chief (Mrs.) Hannah Dideolu Awolowo will turn 99 tomorrow, Tuesday, even as President Goodluck Jonathan sent a congratulatory message to her.
In the message,
President Jonathan said that he and his family joined millions of admirers of the late nationalist, renowned political leader and sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo in wishing his “Jewel of Inestimable Value” very happy birthday celebrations.
The President prayed to God to grant Chief (Mrs.) Awolowo many more years of worthy service as the matriarch and moral compass of the great Awolowo political dynasty which continues to play a commendable role in national development and progress.
President Jonathan hoped that he would also personally witness the celebration of Chief (Mrs.) Awolowo’s landmark 100
th birthday next year to honour the highly-revered spouse of one of Nigeria’s famous founding fathers.
He further prayed to God, who has blessed Chief (Mrs.) Awolowo with remarkable longevity, to grant her continued good health and very memorable birthday celebrations. [myad]
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