Peter Obi pens hearty note to Obasanjo on 86th birthday

• Obi took Twitter to wish Obasanjo well for his birthday with a heartwarming note.

• He referred to the elder statesman as a father figure whom he adores and applauds for his courage in the affairs of the nation.

The Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi celebrates the 86th birthday of the former president of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo.

Obi took to the micro-blogging platform, Twitter to wish Obasanjo well for his birthday with a heartwarming note.

He referred to the ex-military man as a father figure whom he adores and applauds for his courage in the affairs of the nation.

“My Dear Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, @Oolusegun_obj, a very respected father-figure and elder statesman, I am honoured to celebrate you on this special day of yours. Over the years, you have remained a true patriot, great leader, father and mentor to many, in our nation Nigeria.

Your desire for peace, progress and development in Nigeria remains undaunting. You have always pursued the enthronement of true democracy for the nation. I admire, above all, your courage in the face of difficulties.

Your desire to ensure national unity among Nigerians remains praise worthy. Your personal disposition is an exemplar of the measure of a man in times of great national difficulties.

As you celebrate your 86th birthday today, I pray that God blesses you with abundant health, wisdom, strength and fulfilment in life. Happy Birthday Daddy. -PO”