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Tinubu, Obasanjo, Babangida, others congratulate Fayemi on 60th birthday
President Bola Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former military ruler, General Ibrahim Babangida, former
President of the Republic of Sierra Leone (2007–2018), Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma and President/Chief Executive of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote have congratulated the former governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi on his 60th birthday.
In his tribute to Fayemi, Tinubu who went down memory lane on his relationship with the Ex-governor during the struggle for democratic rule, said, “With our long years together in the trenches and years of party and national politics collaboration, Fayemi has been an able lieutenant, an invaluable ally, and a committed patriot.
“Fayemi also played a pivotal role in the merger of opposition parties, which crystallised into the All Progressives Congress in 2013. He chaired the panel that conducted the presidential primaries in Lagos, which produced President Muhammad Buhari as the candidate.”
In his own goodwill message to Fayemi, Obasanjo said that he has lived a fulfilled life worthy of emulation by all who desire the general good of all.
Obasanjo said: “The nation will not forget his front row role as a pro-democracy activist and patriot. He has left an indelible mark as an energetic, committed, loyal, tested political player and quintessential rights activist whose calling is to inspire others and improve the quality of life beyond personal gains.
“His response to the annulment of the democratic process by the military attests to his conviction in not giving up on issues of liberty, equality and freedom of choice when they need to be demanded and stood up for.”
Also in his tribute, Babangida said that the Ex-governor comes across as one of the intellectual minds that helped to advance democracy through sustained advocacy and public scrutiny engagements.
“When you had opportunity to govern your state; Ekiti: you brought your progressive ideas and ideals to flourish, and left remarkable achievements that presently serve as benchmarks of your interventions in the leadership equation in Ekiti State.
“Viewing you Kayode, from the binoculars of three scores, therefore calls for celebration to glorify and appreciate God Almighty for keeping you alive in your trajectory dotted by “risky” adventures in the name of political activism. I salute your courage to stay the cause in entrenching the philosophy of the Progressives.”
As for the former President of the Republic of Sierra, said “It is with immense joy and admiration that I join you all in celebrating my dear friend, a scholar, politician, and a visionary leader—Dr. John Kayode Fayemi—on the occasion of his 60th birthday.
“Happy birthday young man! Now, they say at 60, you stop counting birthdays and start counting legacies—fortunately, our celebrant has plenty of both.”
In his goodwill message, the richest man in Africa said, all those who have ever been privileged to meet or interact with Dr. John Kayode Fayemi CON, there persists a unanimous admiration for his intellectual prowess and remarkable wealth of knowledge.
“Dr. Kayode Fayemi, whom I make bold to call my brother and friend, has carved a unique niche for himself in the hallowed world of academia and in distinguished public and private service, to the admiration of friends, colleagues, counterparts, and mentees.
“As a former Minister of Solid Minerals Development; former Governor of Ekiti State and former Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum; pioneer President of the Forum of Regions of Africa (FORAF); Founder of the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD); Fellow of the Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Ibadan, and Adjunct Professor of Security Studies at the African Centre for Strategic Studies, National Defense University, Fort McNair, Washington, D.C., United States, he moved seamlessly between the public, private sectors and academia.
“At the Dangote Group, we have benefitted tremendously from his loyalty, friendship, and uncommon support for our projects and business interests. Your visit to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos in December 2019 where you described the projects as the ‘pride of Africa’, still evokes heartwarming memories of your belief in our vision. For all these, we commend and thank you.”
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