Senator Kalu Salutes Gowon At 86

Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Senator Orji Kalu has congratulated former Head of State and National Chairman of Nigeria Prays, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd) on his 86th birthday.

Extolling the virtues of the statesman, Kalu acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the former President to the social, economic and political development of Nigeria, stressing that the General remains a genuine leader with passion for national cohesion and unity.

The former Governor, commended the former Head of State for his unrelenting and patriotic efforts in advocating a peaceful, united and prosperous Nigeria, adding that the General’s comments on national issues are always objective.

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In a goodwill message to the former President, Kalu said, “On behalf of the people of Abia North Senatorial District, I felicitate with former Head of State,  General Yakubu Gowon (Rtd) as he clocks 86.

“The former President has created a niche for himself in all spheres of life.

“He is a rare gem whose contributions to nation-building are remarkable and historic.

“General Gowon is a role model for his contemporaries and the younger generation.

“The former Head of State has over the years sustained his goodwill, owing to his selflessness, integrity,  patriotism and humility.

“He is indeed a true leader”

Kalu while urging the former President to sustain his good works, prayed to God to grant the celebrant longer life.

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