BEVERLY HILLS, March 29, (THEWILL) – President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a congratulatory message to former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, who marks his 69th birthday this Monday.
The President, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, described Tinubu as a key pillar of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), adding that the ex-Governor had inspired many leaders across the country.
He prayed for a longer and healthy life for the party leader and acknowledged his role in stabilising the ruling party, as well as his works towards engendering good governance in the country.
The President also rejoiced with the “patriot and statesman” on the 12th colloquium, an intellectual gathering to commemorate his birthday, that had over the years turned into a veritable opportunity for discussing topical national issues, and harnessing ideas that will move the nation forward.
Buhari said the theme of the 12th Bola Tinubu Colloquium: “Our Common Bond, Our Common Wealth: Imperative of National Cohesion for Growth and Prosperity,” reflected Tinubu’s patriotism and benevolence.
The President affirmed that the former Lagos State Governor continued to nurture talents for the benefit of the country
