18th January, 2019
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with former Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Chief Emeka Anyaoku who turns 86 on Friday.
A statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina said the President joined family, friends and professional colleagues of the career diplomat in celebrating the many years of lofty achievements and contributions to the development of Nigeria, Africa and Commonwealth of nations, most remarkably his personal interventions in promoting good governance, democracy and peace in many countries.
“President Buhari salutes the historical role Chief Anyaoku played in fighting for the emancipation of South Africa from racist stronghold, and his involvement in the political, diplomatic and developmental issues that have shaped the continent, like the establishment of the Organisation of African Unity, now African Union.
“The President commends the visionary elder statesman for his uncompromising position on the unity and peace of Nigeria, which he has relentlessly pursued, without compromise.
“President Buhari prays that God will grant him longer life, good health and more strength to keep serving the nation,” the statement said.