… Hals grand Chief Imam of Egbaland @90
Former Anambra State governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has said former President Obasanjo remains a true and exceptional patriot, whose ultimate desire was the development and progress of our nation.
He also paid glowing tribute to Grand Chief Imam of Egbaland, His Eminence Sheikh Muhammed Bamigbola, who celebrated his 90th birthday anniversary on Sunday.
Obi in his X on Sunday, said: Today, I was very pleased to join other Nigerians to celebrate two great sons and outstanding leaders of our country in thanking God for their lives.
“In Abeokuta, Ogun State, I was at the home of the Grand Chief Imam of Egbaland, His Eminence Sheikh Muhammed Bamigbola, who celebrated his 90th birthday anniversary today.
“Alhaji Bamigbola is an erudite Islamic scholar, community leader, and mentor to many.
Through his position, he continues to propagate religious harmony and peaceful coexistence in society.
“He has also remained on the vanguard of advocating for good governance in the nation.
“Thereafter, I joined our revered leader and mentor, President Olusegun Obasanjo in his Thanksgiving Service at The Chapel of Christ The Glorious King, Abeokuta to mark the Commencement of his 87th birthday celebrations.
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“I was delighted to celebrate with these very respected Nigerians, who have contributed immeasurably to the growth of our nation.
“President Obasanjo has remained a true and exceptional patriot whose ultimate desire is the development and progress of our nation.
“His love for the nation is very evident in his firm commitment to the unity and peace of our dear country.
“President Obasanjo remains a true leader who not only engineered so many positive transformations in our nation but put in place a sound economic foundation, which if we had followed, we would not be in the sorry state we are today.
“With our dear nation, going through very challenging times, and occasioned leadership failure, President Obasanjo has continued to courageously add his voice to the demand for good governance in the country.
“He not only speaks, but he takes actions to ensure that our nation is saved from further chaos.
“As a father figure, he has continued to inspire and mentor the younger generation in transformational leadership.
“I am delighted to celebrate him today. On this day, I pray God to grant these two great leaders more healthy and fruitful years ahead, as they continue to play their part in the development of our nation, through their immeasurable contributions.
“Great nations are built on solid foundations laid by such exemplary elders,” he added.
