President Bola Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman and former Chief of Army Staff, General Alani Ipoola Akinrinade, on his 85th birthday and praised him for his exceptional contributions to Nigeria.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said this in a statement he issued on Saturday.
Onanuga said: “He acknowledges General Akinrinade’s illustrious military service, his significant role in the Civil War and his esteemed position as Chief of Army Staff.
“President Tinubu also highlights the general’s pivotal leadership in restoring democracy in Nigeria following the annulment of the June 12, 1993, election.
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“He emphasises General Akinrinade’s instrumental leadership within the National Democratic Coalition, both domestically and in exile.
“President Tinubu commends General Akinrinade for his dedication to democratic governance and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s development.”
Onanuga quoted President Tinubu as having said: “The General was one of those who provided inspiring leadership and direction for us in those difficult moments within the National Democratic Coalition.”
Tinubu assures General Akinrinade and other NADECO leaders of his steadfast determination to revitalise the economy and improve the living standards of the Nigerian people, and to make all those who fought for the nation’s democracy proud.
Expressing his gratitude for General Akinrinade’s wise counsel, President Tinubu encouraged the elder statesman to continue sharing his invaluable insights with the government and society.
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