Former President Jonathan took to his Facebook page to pay glowing
tribute to his friend and former boss, President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua who
died on May 5th 2010, exactly 7 years today. Jonathan in his tribute
acknowledged Yar'Adua's contribution to the restoration of peace in the
Niger Delta. He wrote;
Seven years ago you left this world leaving behind a legacy of
detribalized leadership and a soil that was fertile enough to grow trees
whose shade you would never enjoy.
As a peace maker, you helped bring peace to the Niger
Delta and that singular act brought manifold benefits to Nigeria. As a
democrat, you promoted due process in government and equity in public
administration. Umar Musa Yar'adua, a friend and brother, a great gift
to the nation and people of Nigeria. Seven years gone but never
forgotten. May you Rest In Peace even as we hope and believe that you
made al-Jannah firdaus. Miyetti Allah for the life of service you lived
and may Almighty God care for the family you left behind. GEJ.
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