President Buhari felicitated with family, friends, professional colleagues and political associates of the elder statesman, who he said has successfully translated words into action by fully participating in politics and governance, and leaving a legacy of service as a governor of his state in two republics, 1992-1993 and 1999-2003.

The president in a statement by his special adviser on media and publicity, Femi Adeshina, commend Osoba’s unwavering commitment to building strong institutions that will encourage participatory democracy and development in the country. He recalled that their many conversations, including the visit to the state house last week, had always centered on Nigeria and her people, with wise and insightful counsel on engendering a better country.
as Osoba turns an octogenarian, president Buhari believes his lofty contributions, with some already brilliantly captured in the memoir, will always be remembered, affirming that the real impact of his wealth of experience, selfless spirit and many sacrifices in leadership will transcend pages and continue to resonate in the many lives he has touched.