President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with Professor Olatunji Dare, a communication scholar, columnist and former chairman of The Guardian Editorial Board, as he celebrated his 75th birthday on July 17, 2019.
The president joined family members, friends and professional colleagues of the cerebral writer and author, whose commitment to the vibrancy of journalism in Nigeria, and beyond, and his dedication to the development of the country remain exemplary, and highly commendable.
He also extolled Professor Dare for his witty, satirical and insightful write-ups on topical issues in the country, which hold those in authority to account and clearly point the way for more inclusive and responsive governance.
As an academic and journalist, with a strong pedigree in promoting development, the president said he believes that the columnist’s patriotism and call for urgency in handling challenges in Nigeria will always be remembered and appreciated by posterity.
The president wished him good health, strength and wisdom to keep thriving, and prayed for longer life for the erudite scholar.
