Yours has been a life of service to Nigeria, GEJ felicitates Buhari at 76

Olusola Fabiyi , Abuja
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has extended his felicitations to President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 76 th birthday .
In a goodwill message he signed in Abuja on Sunday , the former President thanked God who he said blessed President Buhari with the grace of a long life.

Jonathan further noted that President Buhari has contributed so much to the development of Nigeria, having served the nation in different capacities , and always giving his best whenever he is called upon to serve.
He said , “ Yours has been a life of great service to our dear nation , having served as a brave soldier, Governor, Minister of Petroleum , Head of State, and now President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
Ex- President Jonathan , who further highlighted Buhari’s patriotism and deep commitment to Nigeria’s development , also prayed to God to grant the President good health and more productive years.
He added, “I join you , your family, well -wishers and fellow Nigerians to give thanks to Almighty God for the gift of a long life.
“ I wish you good health and more productive years , as you continue to lend your skills and energy to the task of building a Nigeria of our dreams .”