The wife of late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, Chief Mrs Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo will turn 99 tomorrow November 25th. The president just released a statement wishing her happy celebrations.
President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan heartily congratulates Chief (Mrs.) Hannah Dideolu Awolowo on the joyous occasion of her 99th birthday anniversary, tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25, 2014.
President Jonathan and his family join millions of admirers of the late nationalist, renowned political leader and sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo in wishing his โJewel of Inestimable Valueโ very happy birthday celebrations.
The President prays that God Almighty will grant Chief (Mrs.) Awolowo many more years of worthy service as the matriarch and moral compass of the great Awolowo political dynasty which continues to play a commendable role in national development and progress.
President Jonathan looks forward to personally participating in the celebration of Chief (Mrs.) Awolowoโs landmark 100th birthday next year to honour the highly-revered spouse of one of Nigeriaโs famous founding fathers.
He prays that God Almighty who has blessed Chief (Mrs.) Awolowo with remarkable longevity will grant her continued good health and very memorable birthday celebrations.
Reuben Abati
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
November 24, 2014
