By Lawrence Olaoye
President Muhammadu Buhari has joined the Abia State Traditional Council in celebrating His Royal Majesty, Dr. Isaac Ikonne, Enyi 1 of Aba, who turned 89 years yesterday.
In a statement made available to newsmen by his Special Adviser on media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, Buhari congratulated the people and government of Abia State, the Ohaneze Ndigbo, family members and friends of the royal father, who is one of the oldest to ascend the throne in the South East, having spent 43 years ruling his domain.
The President commended the royal father’s patriotism, foresight and unflinching support for the unity of Nigeria, with his consistency in counselling leaders for peace, recommending the rule of law and encouraging his kinsmen to always work for the larger goal of building a one great nation.
President affirmed that the royal father’s large heartedness, forthrightness and maturity had greatly ensured stability and development in his community over the years, especially his long-held passion for promoting the virtues of good education, entrepreneurship and neighbourliness among the youths.
The President prayed that the almighty God will grant the octogenarian more wisdom, good health and longer life to continue serving his people, and the country.
