President Muhammadu Buhari has warmly congratulated eminent academic and former federal minister, Prof. Tamunoemi Sokari David-West, as he turns 80 years on August 26, 2016.
On what he described as “this special birthday anniversary”, President Buhari said he recalls, with fond memories, his long term relationship with the elder statesman, when he served as Minister of Petroleum between 1984 and 1985.
The President commended David-West’s steadfastness and forthrightness on issues of good governance, democracy, human rights and the unity of Nigeria, especially when some seem to easily give up on the project of building one great nation.
President Buhari assured the octogenarian that his place in Nigeria’s history is guaranteed for the statesmanship, fearlessness, intellectual depth, resourcefulness and versatility that he brought into public discourse.
The President prayed that the almighty God will continue to grant the former minister good health and more fruitful years of service to his fatherland, Presidential Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, stated.
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