President Muhammadu Buhari has described ex President Olusegun Obasanjo as a good study in patriotism, leadership and courage.
In a message to Obasanjo as he marked his 85th birthday today, March 5, Buhari, stressed the leadership quality of Obasanjo, which led the country to democratic government in 1979.
He said that Obasanjo also became an elected President and reigned from 1999 to 2007.
The President said that the former President’s influence had continued to resonate beyond the country, extending to the international community and multilateral institutions.
He acknowledged that as a former military and civilian leader, with a strong network nationally and internationally, Obasanjo gathered enough wisdom and that he brought insight and versatility to bear on things, reflecting his experience, diligence and versatility.
Buhari then felicitated with Obasanjo and celebrated him as well as thanking God for the life, health and alertness of the former leader.
He prayed for grace and more strength for the former leader, “as he continues to serves country, Africa and the world.”
