Buhari Rejoices with Ex-president Obasanjo at 85

* Says he’s a study in patriotism, leadership, courage 

Deji Elumoye in Abuja 
President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with former President Olusegun Obasanjo as he celebrates his 85th birthday on March 5, 2022, saying he is a study in patriotism, leadership and courage. 
The president, in a release issued on Saturday by his Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, on behalf of the federal government and Nigerians in general, felicitated former President Obasanjo on his birthday and joined family, friends and associates in celebrating the joyous occasion.
President Buhari believed the former Head of State, 1976 — 1979 and former President of Nigeria, 1999-2007, is a study in patriotism, leadership and  courage, leading the country to democratic government in 1979, and taking over the reins of power as elected president in 1999.
President Buhari affirmed that the former president’s influence continues to resonate beyond the country, extending to the international community and multilateral institutions.
As a former military and civilian leader, with a strong network nationally and internationally, President Buhari extolled the wisdom, insight and versatility that Chief Obasanjo brings to bear on things, reflecting his experience, diligence and versatility.
On his 85th birthday, the president joined family members in thanking God for the life, health and alertness of the former leader, praying for grace and more strength as he serves country, Africa and the world.