President Bola Tinubu has made a fresh promise to build on the legacy bequeathed to Nigeria by his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari.
Tinubu made the promise in a personally signed statement released by the presidency on Tuesday on the occasion of Buhari’s 82nd birthday.
In his message, the Nigerian leader said former President Buhari left a legacy of infrastructural developments and promised to build on the legacy.
President Tinubu, while wishing Buhari more good health, happiness and fulfilment on the occasion of his 82nd birthday, appreciated the former President for his service to Nigeria.
The statement commended the doggedness and resilience of Buhari in contesting presidential elections in 2003, 2007, and 2011 before winning them in 2015 and 2019, saying it’s a lesson about not giving up.
President Tinubu also expressed his respect and admiration for Buhari.
Tinubu’s message to Buhari, as made available to Naija News, reads:
“Dear President Muhammadu Buhari,
“On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend my warmest congratulations and best wishes to you on your 82nd Birthday.
“As you celebrate this remarkable milestone in Daura, we reflect on your years of dedicated service and leadership, which have significantly shaped the course of our nation.
“Your steadfast commitment to Nigeria’s advancement and unity inspires many, and your enduring legacy continues to guide our nation’s journey towards prosperity and stability.
“Your doggedness and resilience in contesting presidential elections in 2003, 2007, and 2011 before winning them in 2015 and 2019 also inspire us never to give up.
“I will continue to build on the infrastructure legacy you bequeathed to our nation as the leader of our country’s first All Progressives Congress (APC) administration.
“On this special day, may you be surrounded by the love of your family and friends and continue to enjoy good health, happiness, and fulfilment in all your endeavours, now and in the future.
“Happy Birthday, and thank you for your services to Nigeria.
“With respect and admiration,
“Bola Ahmed Tinubu
“President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”