Ekwueme instrumental in fighting military dictatorship in 90s – Buhari

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Ekwueme and Buhari

Nigeria’s president, Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with elder statesman, Dr. Alex Ekwueme as he turns 85 years on Saturday, saying that the elder statesman was instrumental in the fight against military dictatorship in the country in the 90s.

A statement issued by Femi Adesina, Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity) on Friday said Buhari joined all former leaders of Nigeria, professional colleagues and friends of the Ekwueme family in celebrating the octogenarian, whose life’s journey, undoubtedly, had been a narrative of immeasurable grace, courage and candour.

“The President extols Ekwueme’s love for knowledge and search for wisdom from an early age, which led him into obtaining many degrees in various fields of study, including a doctorate in Architecture, and being one of the first Nigerians to gain the Fulbright…

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