By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja –
The All Progressives Congress (APC), on Saturday celebrated former President Muhammadu Buhari, as he turns 81.
APC National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka, said this in a statement in Abuja.
“The APC heartily felicitates with former President Muhammadu Buhari on the auspicious occasion of his 81st birthday anniversary.
“Legendary for his unparalleled integrity, incorruptibility and uncanny dedication to nation building, we celebrate a visionary leader, elder statesman, patriot and democrat.
“Your excellency’s progressive proclivity and commitment to rescuing our dear nation from the precipice factored in the historic merger that birthed our great party.
“With you as the pioneer presidential candidate in 2015, the party ousted the incumbent and coasted home to a resounding victory,” Morka said.
He said as two-term president, Buhari did a commendable job of cleaning up the system and laid an enduring foundation for the development and greatness of the country.
Morka expressed optimism that the Renewed Hope agenda of the APC-led administration would consolidate on the legacies of Buhari’s administration.
“On behalf of the APC’s National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje the National Working Committee (NWC) and all stakeholders of our great party.
“We pray for long life and excellent health for our dear former President, Muhammadu Buhari, as he continues to contribute to the development of our country and growth of our great party,” Morka said.
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