President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday felicitated with former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, as he turns 90 on January 18,
In a letter Buhari personally signed, the President states: “It gives me great joy and delight to warmly rejoice with a seasoned diplomat and administrator, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, on his 90th birthday, January 18, 2023.
“I acknowledge the worthy contributions you have made to the development of the country, starting out as a young Foreign Service Officer, and reaching the pinnacle of your career as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, through vision and diligence, and consistently projecting Nigeria as a great nation.
“Thank you for your statesmanship, and for using your extensive network of international friends to support the country’s efforts in deepening good governance, democracy and sustainable development. “As you hit the milestone of 90, we give glory to God for the grace of longevity, in good health and sound mind, and rejoice with you, your family and loved ones. Happy birthday.”
This was disclosed in a statement by Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity.
Nigeria Latest News, Nigeria Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Junketing Nigerian President Buhari Leaves For Mauritania Monday To Receive Peace Award | Sahara ReportersPresident Muhammadu Buhari will on Tuesday receive the “African Award for Strengthening Peace’’ in Nouakchott, Mauritania. The award is to honour him for his leadership role in promoting peace on the continent, through regular inventions, counsel and conciliatory position. The award will be presented to President Buhari by the Abu Dhabi Peace Forum, which is an assembly of leaders established in 2014 to pursue new ways to embrace inclusive citizenship, promote lasting peace, and work towards a safer and more sustainable world for everyone, Voice of Nigeria reports.
Read more »
Bisi Akande, A True Statesman – President Muhammadu BuhariPresident Muhammadu Buhari has saluted the former governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande and first national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC)
Read more »
Buhari off to Mauritania for African Peace Award - Daily TrustPresident Muhammadu Buhari will on Tuesday, receive “African Award for Strengthening Peace” in Nouakchott, Islamic Republic of Mauritania.
Read more »
Buhari presides over last Armed Forces Remembrance Day as Commander-in-chief | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World NewsPresident Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday led Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to lay wreaths at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja, to commemorate the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration. The ceremony was the last of President Buhari’s major military assignment he will be performing as Commander-in-Chief as he sets to exit the exalted office and […]
Read more »
Buhari, Osinbajo lay wreaths to mark Armed Forces Remembrance DayPresident Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, led Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to lay wreaths at the National Arcade, Eagle Square, Abuja, in commemoration of the 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration.
Read more »
Governor Yahaya Bello Gives Kogi Monarch, Ohinoyi Of Ebiraland 48-Hour Deadline To Re-Submit Query Response On Alleged Refusal To Welcome President Buhari | Sahara ReportersThe Kogi State Government has given the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Ado Ibrahim, 48 hours to re-submit his response to a recent query with the proper title of the stool as recognised by the Kogi State Chieftaincy Law 2006 and his letter of appointment. SaharaReporters had reported how the government queried the paramount traditional ruler for refusing to welcome President Muhammadu Buhari to the state. President Buhari was on December 29, 2022, in the state to inaugurate some projects built by Governor Yahaya Bello.
Read more »