President Muhammadu Buhari and Gen TY Danjuma“As a nation, we are grateful for your numerous interventions in the political space to ensure peace, stability and secure a future of one nation for our children.”
These were contained in a letter which President Muhammadu Buhari personally signed and delivered to the former Chief of Army Staff, General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma as he turns 80 tomorrow, Saturday.
President Buhari started by recalling the meritorious roles which retired General Danjuma played during the Nigerian civil war, stressing that his birthday is even unique and memorable for the life he lives in constantly looking out for the weak and vulnerable among Nigerians.
Such gesture, Buhari said, had inspired the TY Danjuma Foundation, and more recently, his acceptance to serve as Chairman of the Presidential Committee on North East Initiative.
“I share in the grace and joy that comes with this special day, having keenly followed your leadership trajectory over the years in selfless service to the nation, courageous military career and building a versatile business empire.”
President Buhari said sends warn birthday felicitation to the retired General on behalf of the Federal Executive Council, his (President’s) family and all Nigerians.
Buhari wishes Danjuma God’s blessings of good health and longer life to continue in the service of humanity.[myad]
