President Muhammadu Buhari has sent warm greetings to former Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku as he turns 86 on January 18th, 2019.
According to a statement by Presidential Spokesman,Femi Adesina on Thursday, Buhari joins family, friends and professional colleagues of the career diplomat in celebrating the many years of lofty achievements and contributions to the development of Nigeria, Africa and Commonwealth of nations, most remarkably his personal interventions in promoting good governance, democracy and peace in many countries.
He said President Buhari salutes the historical role Chief Anyaoku played in fighting for the emancipation of South Africa from racist stronghold, and his involvement in the political, diplomatic and developmental issues that have shaped the continent, like the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity, now African Union.
The President commended the visionary elder statesman for his uncompromising
position on the unity and peace of Nigeria, which he has relentlessly
pursued, without compromise.
Buhari prayed that God will grant him longer life, good health and more strength to keep serving the nation.