Buhari Congratulates Babalola, Izunaso on their Birthdays

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated legal luminary, educationist and philanthropist, Chief Afe Babalola, as he turns 85 on October 30, 2016.

The president, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, said Buhari joined members of Aare Babalola’s family, close associates, professional colleagues and the academia in celebrating 'this milestone in the life of a man who epitomises unique and enviable qualities that every nation will want projected in its leadership and citizenry.'

Buhari said that Babalola's lifestyle exemplifies discipline, diligence, honesty and wisdom, virtues he employed from childhood to succeed against the vicissitudes of poverty and deprivation, and climbed steadily to reach the pinnacle of his career as Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

The statement said, "as he marks his 85th birthday, Buhari believes Aare Babalola can look back with pride at his achievements, which include the God-fearing act of always catering for the poor and under privileged, and mentoring of lawyers from his Emmanuel Chambers that have turned Senior Advocates of Nigeria and AttorneysGeneral and Ministers of Justice.

“The president also extols the patriotism and commitment of Aare Babalola to nation building through regular counseling of leaders, representation of the Federal Government and founding of one of the best universities in Africa.