President Buhari felicitates with former gov of Cross River State, Donald Duke on 60th birthday

President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates former Governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke, on his 60th birthday, September 30, 2021, joining family and friends to rejoice with the political leader, whose antecedents continue to inspire hope in a new generation of leaders.

The President affirms that the leadership strides of the former governor reverberated across the country, with innovative and creative strategies of development that placed Nigeria on the spotlight for rapid urban development, agriculture, industrialization, hospitality and tourism.

President Buhari believes Duke, who was elected governor in his 30s, in 1999, provided a visionary and focused style of leadership that showcased the potentials in Nigerian youths, projecting the loyalty, dedication and sense of patriotism that heralded nationalist movements and consolidated the country’s unity.

The President notes the maturity and measured disposition of the former governor, even in opposition for many years, working diligently to promote peace, good governance and virility of democratic institutions that will benefit the country.

President Buhari prays for his good health and the welfare of his family.

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