President Muhammadu Buhari has sent a congratulatory message to a national leader of the Yoruba socio-political group,,Afenifere, PA Ayorinde Fasanmi as he turns 94 on 27th September 2019.
This was in a statement by Femi Adesina, Spokesman to President Muhammadu Buhari.
The President commended the PA Ayorinde, for consistently projecting the progressive and noble ideas of Late Chief Obafemi Awolowo.
“President Buhari joins family, friends, professional and political associates of the pharmacist, who joined politics to serve the nation at a young age, and has demonstrated his love for the country by working for the welfare of the poor and underprivileged, and holding leaders to account on their promise of good governance.
“As a legislator, who served in the House of Representatives and Senate, the President believes Pa Fasanmi’s focus on people has shaped his life philosophy and politics, noting that government can only remain relevant when it caters for the needs of the vulnerable and voiceless.
“President Buhari extols Pa Fasanmi’s courage in standing for democratic governance and fighting for democratic ideals and values, praying that the Almighty God will grant him longer life, good health and strength to keep serving the nation”, the statement read.
