President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday felicitated with a former Head of the Interim National Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan; and a former Governor of old Anambra State, Chief Jim Nwobodo, on their birthdays.
While Shonekan is
celebrating his 79th birthday, Nwobodo clocks 75 on Saturday.
In a statement by his
Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the President said
Nigeria owes Shonekan a huge debt of gratitude for his immense contributions to
national development.
“On behalf of my
family, the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I write
to felicitate with you on the occasion of your 79th birthday anniversary,
tomorrow, May 9, 2015.
“Over the years, you
have always readily given off yourself to the cause of peace, stability, growth
and development in our country, Nigeria. For this, we owe you an enduring debt
of gratitude,” Jonathan was quoted to have written to Shonekan.
The President prayed
that God will continue to guide and bless the former head of government.
Also in a
congratulatory letter to Nwobodo, the President noted that the former governor
had every cause to celebrate and thank God for His benevolence on the occasion
of his 75th birthday.
“In a life that has seen
you reach the apex of your entrepreneurial, public service and political
endeavours, there is great cause for you, members of your family, your many
associates, protégés and well-wishers to thank Almighty God for His benevolence
upon you.
“As you deservedly
celebrate this landmark, it is my prayer that Almighty God continues to bless
you with robust health and many more years of happiness,” Jonathan wrote to
Nwobodo.
He wished him very
happy birthday celebrations.
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