President Muhammadu Buhari expressed appreciation for the many cards and well-wishes he received for his 80th birthday.
Buhari said, however, in a jocular manner, that his wish for a quiet day had been denied by the staff, adding that he fixed the return journey from America on the day to avoid the celebration.
Addressing, Buhari said, the Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari, Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha, and other personal staff who gathered at the residence to make the President’s birthday an occasion to remember.
In a fitting tribute on behalf of the personal staff, Gambari read aloud the card signed by them.
The president participated in meetings and other duties throughout the working hours in the office.
