President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday, praising his enduring statesmanship.

‎The congratulatory message is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday in Abuja.

‎Tinubu said the former President’s diplomatic engagements, particularly in promoting democratic values across Africa, continued to inspire leaders on the continent.

‎He joined Jonathan’s family, friends and political associates in celebrating his contributions to national development.

‎”The President joins family, friends, and political associates to celebrate the former President on this special occasion and for his contributions to nation-building,”

‎He acknowledged the simplicity and humility that shaped Jonathan’s leadership style and noted his historic concession in the 2015 presidential election.

‎The President said that moment strengthened Nigeria’s democracy and elevated the nation’s global standing.

‎Tinubu also recalled his past engagements with Jonathan and the support and counsel that shaped political developments in 2010 and during the 2011 presidential election.

‎He prayed for the well-being of the former President, his wife, Dame Patience Jonathan, and their family.