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... Says ex-Army chief stood on right side of history during June 12 struggle ... Hails civil war hero as towering statesman, principled patriot President
… Hails civil war hero as towering statesman, principled patriot President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to former Chief of Army Staff, General Alani Ipoola Akinrinade , on his 87th birthday, saying the elder statesman stood on the right side of history by choosing democracy over dictatorship at a time when doing so was dangerous.
Tinubu described Akinrinade, a prominent leader of the National Democratic Coalition, NADECO, during the struggle against military rule and for the restoration of the June 12 mandate, as one of the heroes whose sacrifices helped make Nigeria’s Fourth Republic possible. , congratulated the retired General on his birthday, describing him as a towering statesman, gallant soldier, and principled patriot who devoted his life to Nigeria.
“General Akinrinade stood on the right side of history. When it was dangerous to do so, he chose democracy over dictatorship, the people over power.
“He is one of the heroes who made the Fourth Republic possible. Nigeria will forever be grateful for his courage and sacrifice”, Tinubu said. The President said Akinrinade’s contributions to the country stretched from a distinguished military career to the pro-democracy struggle that followed the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election.
According to him, the retired General’s legacy is “etched in gold” in Nigeria’s history, particularly for his military service and his courageous involvement in the struggle to restore democratic governance. Akinrinade, a civil war veteran, rose through the ranks of the Nigerian military to become Chief of Army Staff and later Chief of Defence Staff before retiring.
After his military career, he emerged as a prominent figure in the campaign against military dictatorship, playing a leading role in NADECO and the agitation for the restoration of the June 12 mandate and democratic rule. Tinubu also commended Akinrinade for remaining active in national affairs as an elder statesman and for what he described as his consistent voice of wisdom, moderation and commitment to Nigeria’s unity.
The President, on behalf of the Federal Government and Nigerians, prayed for continued good health, peace of mind and many more years of impactful life for the retired General. Abuja doctor reveals a unique way to permanently cure weak erection, small and shameful manhood, and infertility issues without side effects within a short period. Click now to see!! NEWS UPDATE: Nigerians can now earn as much as $15,000- $25,000 with premium domains.
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