Today is President Muhammadu Buhari’s birthday.
The 79-year-old Nigerian leader is on an official trip to Turkey where he just met with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Buhari’s trip didn’t stop Nigerian officials from presenting him a birthday cake.
“I had thought that being away from Abuja, I will escape a celebration,” Buhari wrote in a Facebook post minutes ago.
“The Guards Brigade had written to tell me what they wanted to do on this day. Now here we, far away in Turkey, and I still didn’t escape.
“I look forward to 2023 when I finish my tenure, to go home to take charge of my farm.
“Between now and that time, I will do the best that is possible to advance the interest of the nation and its people, and carry out my duties as prescribed by the Constitution.
“I thank the Almighty God for this day. Now the work continues!”
Earlier, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo also wished his boss a hearty birthday, sending him prayers.
“Happy Birthday Mr President,” Osinbajo wrote in a social media post on Friday.
“As your days, so shall strength, wisdom and favor be from the Almighty God in Jesus’ mighty name.” Amen.
