Jonathan congratulates Obasanjo at 85

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has felicitated former President Olusegun Obasanjo on the occasion of his 85th birthday.

He described Obasanjo as a leader with a good reputation and a statesman.

Jonathan in a goodwill message in Abuja on Saturday noted that Obasanjo’s legacies have continued to endure many years after he left office as President.

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“I join your family and friends to celebrate you as you mark your birthday this year.

“ You are an accomplished leader, with a sterling reputation in statesmanship and a peacemaker in Nigeria and across Africa.

“Your legacies in Nigeria and Africa have continued to endure many years after you left office as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“As you celebrate, on behalf of my family and the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation, I wish you more strength, good health and peace in all spheres of life.”(NAN)