… Hails Him As ‘Architect Of Nigeria’s Current Democratic Dispensation’
The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday described the former Head of State, General Abdulsalam Abubakar, as the architect of the current democratic dispensation in the country.
In a congratulatory letter that was personally signedby the APC National Chairman, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun that was sent to the former Nigerian leader, on the occasion of his 75th birthday, the letter reads: “On the occasion of your 75th birthday, our great Party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) celebrates with Your Excellency — a first class General, nationalist, detribalized leader and a sterling example of statesmanship.
“Unarguably, efforts at entrenching democracy in the country and indeed globally is incomplete without copious reference to your immense contributions.
“The Party recalls with pride your role as the architect of the current democratic dispensation after a troubled and challenging period of transition.
“Since your exit from office, you have worked tirelessly to ensure peace in the country and in trouble-prone areas of Africa.
“In the lead up to the 2015 General Elections, you endeared yourself to many as a man of peace as a result of your outstanding work as head of the National Peace Committee for the Elections.
“The APC wishes you many more happy, healthy and fulfilled years of service to the nation.”
General Abdulsalam was born on June 13, 1942. After the death of Gen Sani Abacha on June 8, 1998, he hurriedly organized a transition programme that culminated into the military handing over power to Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo on May 29, 1999.
