President Goodluck Jonathan congratulated Prime Minister David Cameron of Britain on his victory in the country’s general elections even as he also congratulated the former Nigeria Head of Interim government, Chief Earnest Shonekan on his 79th birthday anniversary.
A separate statements today by special adviser to President Jonathan on media and publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati quoted the President as also felicitating with the British Conservative Party for the electoral victory,
President Jonathan assured Prime Minister Cameron and Conservative Party of the best wishes of the Government and people of Nigeria as they get set to form a new British Government backed by the clear majority in Parliament which they won in the elections.
The President wished that the historic relationship between Nigeria and Britain which received a significant boost during the past five years of his Presidency in Nigeria and Mr. Cameron’s first term in office, will continue to blossom in coming years for the benefit of both countries and their citizens.
Jonathan hoped that both countries will continue to strengthen current bilateral cooperation between them in critical areas such as the fight against insurgency and terrorism, education, trade, infrastructure and the achievement of Nigeria’s development targets.
He wished Prime Minister Cameron a very successful new term in office, hoping that he will continue to serve the people of Britain and the global community to the best of his immense God-given abilities.
In the congratulatory message to Chief Shonekan at 79, President Jonathan said that Nigeria owes the former Head of State a huge debt of gratitude for his immense contributions to national development.
“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I write to felicitate with you on the occasion of your 79th birthday anniversary, tomorrow, May 9, 2015.
“Over the years, you have always readily given of yourself to the cause of peace, stability, growth and development in our country, Nigeria. For this, we owe you an enduring debt of gratitude.”
The President wished Chief Shonekan a very happy birthday and prayed that God Almighty will continue to guide and bless him.
This was even as the President felicitated with former governor of old Anambra state, Chief Jim Nwobodo who celebrates his 75th birthdaytomorrow.
He noted that Chief Nwobodo had every cause to celebrate and thank God Almighty for His benevolence on the joyful occasion of his 75th birthday anniversary.
“In a life that has seen you reach the apex of your entrepreneurial, public service and political endeavours, there is great cause for you, members of your family, your many associates, protégés and well-wishers to thank Almighty God for His benevolence upon you.
“As you deservedly celebrate this landmark, it is my prayer that Almighty God continues to bless you with robust health and many more years of happiness.”
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