Governor Seriake Dickson congratulates Goodluck Jonathan at 60

Dickson, in a press statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Francis Agbo, said that for Jonathan to attain three scores in good health called for celebration.

Gov. Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa has congratulated former President of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, on his 60th birthday.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Jonathan turns 60 on Nov.20.

Dickson, in a press statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Francis Agbo, said that for Jonathan to attain three scores in good health called for celebration.

“Attaining 60 years in good health calls for merriment. On behalf of the Government and the good people of Bayelsa, I wish my amiable elder brother a glorious birthday and more fruitful years ahead.

“May God grant him long life and continue to keep him in good health,’’ Dickson said.

In another development, Mr Kenedy Tonjo-West, a Niger Delta Youth leader, extolled the leadership qualities of the former president whom he described as an exemplary peace advocate who practiced politics, devoid of violence.

According to him, Jonathan’s peaceful disposition remains an inspiration to upcoming generation of youths.

Tonjo-West noted that Jonathan remained an amiable leader with charisma and followership across the nation.