Buhari Hails Afe Babalola At 91

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated legal luminary, Aare Afe Babalola on his 91st birthday.

The Senior Advocate of Nigeria and Founder of Afe Babalola University clocks 91 on October 30.

In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, the president said he joined friends and family members to celebrate with the educationist, agriculturist and legal luminary.

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“President Buhari congratulates Aare Babalola for another year added to his life, and more opportunities to give and show that sharing brings more joy than acquisition, while commending his antecedents in health, education and legal career, training more than 2,500 lawyers in the country, with 15 already recognised as Senior Advocates of Nigeria.

“The President salutes the educationist for his high sense of patriotism, visionary leadership and penchant for always channelling his energy and resources into projects that directly impact the life of Nigerians, and providing wise counsels to leaders in both the private and public sectors on best ways to move the country forward.

“As the renowned lawyer and philanthropist turns 91, President Buhari prays that the almighty God will bless him and his family, and grant him longer life to keep serving the nation and humanity,” the statement further read.

Babalola holds the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON).