Buhari Felicitates With Oyebode On 70th Birthday
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated erudite scholar and renowned Professor of International Law, Prof. Akin Oyebode, as he clocks 70 years.
The Presidentm in a statement signed by his media aide, Mr Femi Adesina stated that Buhari delightfully ‘joins the academia, all professional colleagues, family and friends of the scholar, who has spent 44 years in research, teaching and writing seminal papers that both institutions and governments have found most relevant for development.’
‘President Buhari also commended Oyebode’s diligence, discipline and exceptional brilliance in bringing fresh perspectives to international law at a period like this in the history of mankind.
‘As he turns 70 years and retires from the university, the President affirms that Oyebode’s contribution to nation building would always be remembered and preserved by posterity, believing that more opportunities will be waiting for research, networking and seminal presentations.
‘President Buhari prays that the almighty God will grant the scholar longer life, good health and wisdom to serve the nation.’ Adesuna stated.
