BUHARI
CONGRATULATES KING SUNNY ADE AT 70
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated music legend, King Sunny Ade, as
he turns 70 on September 22nd, 2016.
In a statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina,
the President joined all friends, family and fans of the multi-talented
instrumentalist, songwriter and dancer in celebrating his remarkable life,
which he said has been graced with numerous awards for outstanding
performances, including nominations for the Grammy.
As a Nigerian musician, the President believed that the Septuagenarian has
over the years brought pride to his country by mastering his art against all
odds, taking the African musical genre to the global stage, and serving as an
inspiration and a mentor to upcoming artistes.
Apart from bringing joy to many hearts and homes through his music,
President Buhari also commended King Sunny Ade’s love for humanity, especially
the less privileged, by setting up a foundation that caters for the needs of
others.
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