Ex-President Buhari speaks on Gowon’s fight for Nigeria’s unity, progress

By Daniel Usman

The former President Muhammadu Buhari has applauded the former Military Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon for his visionary leadership and dedication to Nigeria’s unity and progress.

Buhari made this known in a statement signed and made public, to pay tribute to the former military Head of State, Gowon as he marks his 90th birthday.

He said the former military ruler’s far-sighted leadership and commitment to the nation’s unity and future development was praiseworthy.

“We honor his invaluable contributions to our nation’s continued existence as one, and the progress that has come with that.

“Today we pay a humble tribute to a distinguished statesman and a soldier, who had all the qualities of a successful army commander.”

Muhammadu Buhari said both the old and the younger generation of Nigerians would continue to be proud of General Gowon and the officers and men he led for their courage and gallantry in preserving the unity and territorial integrity of the nation.

“I pay homage to all those who served and laid their lives for the country. Gowon and the team he led will continue to inspire the young generations and the country for a long time.”

He conveyed his strong appreciation for the resolute dedication of the former Head of State as he continues to offer service to the nation and its people, including “the admirable role he plays in leading his pet project ‘Nigeria Prays’” he said.