A statement issued by Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President, Laolu Akande, in Abuja on Tuesday, said Osinbajo joined the family and friends of Gen Abubakar to celebrate “this significant milestone”, noting that his life has been marked by a distinguished career in the military and a remarkable role in the political history of our country.
The acting President recalled how in 1999 Abubakar successfully chaperoned the democratic transition from military rule in Nigeria, and commended “his determination and forthright resolve that ended 16 years of military dictatorship”.
The statement added that more recently, Gen Abubakar’s contributions and intervention in midwifing a peaceful transition from a ruling party to an opposition party after the 2015 elections, “reflects his deep sense of patriotism, service to nation and commitment to Nigeria’s progress and development”.
The acting President also extolled the readiness of the former Head of State in accepting to serve as United Nations and African Union’s envoy promoting peace and good governance in Africa.
Osinbajo expressed his belief that the elder statesman has etched his name in the annals of history of Nigeria, with his penchant for peace and the development of Nigeria and Africa.
He prayed that the almighty God would grant Abubakar “longer life, good health, and as his days are, so shall his favor, wisdom and strength with God be.”
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