| President Muhammadu Buhari |
President Muhammadu Buhari has joined family and friends in celebrating with Chief Duro Onabule, renowned journalist and columnist, who turns an octogenarian on September 27, 2019, congratulating him for courage and steadfastness in serving the country.
The President affirmed that Chief Onabule’s consistency in his chosen career had benefitted the country a lot, starting out at the dawn of Independence in 1961 and rising steadily to work with many print media houses, like the Daily Sketch, Daily Express, Daily Times and Concord newspapers.
President Buhari commended the veteran journalist for upholding the highest standard of professionalism in journalism by investigating and projecting the truth, ensuring balance and accuracy, and confidently pushing for inclusive and responsive government that caters for ordinary Nigerians.
As he turns 80, the President congratulated Chief Onabule for serving the country with his talent, treasures and time, especially in crucial times that deserved personal sacrifices.
President Buhari prays for longer life, good health and prosperity for the octogenarian.