When you get a presidential birthday shout-out, then you know you are indeed important.
Muhammadu Buhari sent his congratulatory message to music legend, King Sunny Ade in a statement issued by Femi Adesina, the president’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity.
The statement says, ‘President Buhari joins friends, family and fans of the multi-talented instrumentalist, songwriter and dancer in celebrating his remarkable life.‘
‘The Septuagenarian had over the years brought pride to his country by mastering his art against all odds, taking the African musical genre to the global stage.‘
Buhari also commended KSA for not only bringing joy to many hearts and homes through his music, but for serving as an inspiration and a mentor to upcoming artistes.
The President saluted ‘King Sunny Ade’s love for humanity, especially the less privileged, by setting up a foundation that caters for the needs of others and I pray that almighty God would grant the versatile entertainer longer life, good health and more strength‘.
