Buhari will turn 80 on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
Nigerian Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has sent his felicitations to President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 80th birthday.
Buhari will turn 80 on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
Lawan told Buhari that millions of Nigerians appreciate what he has done for Nigeria, even though many Nigerians lament the unprecedented fall in the value of the naira and the worsening economy and insecurity under his government.
Lawan’s statement was disclosed in a statement issued on his behalf by Ola Awoniyi, Special Adviser (Media) to the Senate President on Friday.
The Senate President, in the statement, extolled the leadership virtues of President Buhari, saying, "Your Excellency, millions of Nigerians are inspired by your life story and legacy of service to our dear and great country.
"As a soldier, military Head of State and democratically elected President, you consistently fought for the unity, development and progress of Nigeria.
"As we approach the end of your tenure on 29th May, 2023, you can rest assured that millions of Nigerians across our vast country genuinely appreciate your achievements in nation-building and in strengthening the guardrails of democracy in Nigeria.
"The record of your administration in infrastructural development across the nation is unrivaled and will continue to speak for your stewardship long after your retirement.”
"Your Excellency, once again, I wish you happy birthday celebration and many more years in good health and happiness," Lawan added.