Yakubu-GowonPresident Goodluck Jonathan has sent a birthday greeting to the former Nigerian military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon whom he said Nigeria owed a huge debt of gratitude.
President Jonathan, in a letter to General Gowon, described him as a worthy, steadfast and iconic feature of Nigerian history.
He said to Gowon who will turn 80 tomorrow: “Nigeria owes you a huge debt of gratitude.”
According to President Jonathan, Nigerians will always remember him for successfully managing and guiding the country through an unfortunate civil war out of which it emerged as an even stronger and more united nation.
“As you deservedly celebrate this noteworthy anniversary on Sunday, October 19th, 2014, I join your family, friends, protégés and well-wishers in celebrating you and thanking Almighty God for the unique and richly fulfilled life He has blessed you with these past 80 years.
“Over the years, you have continued to use your exalted position to engender bridges of love and harmony across the country; availing successive governments of your wise counsel, and demonstrating your unwavering faith and willingness to partner with us in our quest to bequeath to our collective posterity, a nation of which we can all be proud.”
President Jonathan prayed to God to continue to bless, guide and protect the General in the years ahead.
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