PDP celebrates with former President Obasanjo at 81
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by ericjames ochigbo6 the peoples democratic party pdp has congratulated former president chief olusegun obasanjo as he turns 81 on march 51 the party in a statement issued on sunday by its national publicity secretary mr kola ologbondiyan said it remains proud of the former president1 it said obasanjo had excelled as an international figure and made outstanding contributions toward global peace and development particularly in the african sub-region1 the party described the former president as an outstanding nationalist a courageous and a dedicated leader who has made immeasurable sacrifices towards the development stability and growth of the nation1 indeed the pdp intensely celebrates former president obasanjo who stands tall as one of the best performed nigerian presidents chiefly because his administration founded and anchored its policies and programmes on pdps people-based manifesto and ideology.1 the pdp also commends chief obasanjo for his continued engagement on national issues particularly his disposition against poor governance corruption bloodletting and confusion that now pervade the nation in the last three years.1 while we value chief obasanjo for his concerns for the political future of our nation we note that our repositioned and rebranded pdp remains the only credible political platform for the much desired broad-based engagements among nigerians and coalitions across board the party said.1 the pdp said it was more than prepared to salvage the nation in the all-important task of returning her to the path of good governance national unity and prosperity for all come 20191 the party prayed god to grant obansanjo good health wisdom and strength as he continues to be of service to the nation1