Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike, has sent messages of goodwill to former President Goodluck Jonathan as he celebrates his 59th birthday on Sunday, 20th November 2016.
Governor Wike described Jonathan as a colossus whose contributions to the consolidation of democratic values in Nigeria is now widely acknowledged and respected across the globe.
“Goodluck Jonathan will continue to be a source of pride and inspiration to Nigerians and other Africans, as his democratic legacy stands in sharp contrast to the darker forces of impunity”, governor Wike said.
The governor praised the former president for his selflessness, patriotism and visionary leadership.
Governor Wike wished President Jonathan many more years of service to the course of democracy in Nigeria and across the world.