Buhari Celebrates Abdulsalami Abubakar on 80th Birthday
On June 13, 2022, President Muhammadu Buhari will celebrate his 80th birthday alongside former Head of State and Chairman of the National Peace Committee, General Abdulsalami Abubakar.
In a statement released Monday by his Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, the President joined family members, friends, and acquaintances of the former Head of State in commemorating the historic role he played in Nigeria’s unity and peace, as well as in setting the foundations for democracy.
He praised the former Chief of Defence Staff for his valiant contribution to the country and the African continent, which included participating in peacekeeping missions and negotiating for the upholding of democracy across the continent.
President Buhari praised the Army General’s modesty and humanity, praising him for choosing the noble route of ensuring the transition to democratic administration in 1999 and ensuring a peaceful handover in 2015.
General Abubakar, the President believes, owes the nation a debt of gratitude for always putting the country’s and citizens’ interests first and working for the greater welfare of Nigeria and a better Africa.
President Buhari prayed that Almighty God continue to bless the former President of the United States with good health, vigor, and wisdom.
