- Safiu Kehinde
Former Nigeria President, Muhammadu Buhari, has congratulated Leadership Newspaper over their 20th anniversary.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Garba Sheu, on Thursday, Buhari lauded the media outlet for their contribution to national progress.
Buhari also expressed his gratitude to the newspaper for their support all through his eight years tenure.
He applauded Leadership newspaper for their consistency while paying tribute to the late founder, Sam Nda-Isaiah.
The statement read; “Leadership continues as a personification of the ideals that the late Sam had for a platform celebrating positivity. I have always cherished the Leadership newspapers over the years as a platform celebrating positivity and collective goodness.
“Let me use this opportunity to make an open acknowledgement of the tremendous support I enjoyed from the Leadership newspapers before, during, and after my eight years in office as president. You stood with me through rain and sunshine, and I always appreciate you for your consistency in this.
“As you chalk 20 years of unbroken publication – a significant feat in a country characterized by a very harsh publishing climate – I say ‘cheers from the bottom of my heart.’
“May Sam rest in peace; may the Leadership newspapers continue to grow in its chosen role as a chronicle and a lightning rod for positivity and public good. Happy Anniversary.” Buhari wrote.