President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated former President Olusegun Obasanjo on his 82nd birthday.
In a statement on Tuesday by his media aide, Garba Shehu, the president said he still held Obasanjo in high esteem “regardless of our political differences.”
Mr Buhari described the ex-president as “a passionate and great patriot who deserves accolades for his immeasurable contributions to our democracy and national unity.”
He said: “Chief Obasanjo gave a good account of himself and inspired his juniors with his wit and other leadership skills.”
Buhari praised Obasanjo’s efforts in returning the country to democracy in 1979.
“Nigeria’s successful transition to democratic rule in October 1979 was one of Obasanjo’s remarkable contributions to national development.
“As he celebrates his 82nd Birthday Anniversary, I wish Chief Obasanjo more good health, knowledge and wisdom in the service of Nigeria and humanity,” he said.
