President Buhari's birthday wishes to Tony Momoh

Tony Momoh at a public function

President Buhari in a statement through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina‎, joined with Momoh’s professional and political colleagues, family and well wishers to celebrate the elder statesman whose career in journalism, as an editor and administrator, covers some of the most dramatic, and  historical moments of Nigeria as he turns 78 years old.
“As he turns 78 years old, the President extols the courage, versatility and nobility that the former Information Minister has exuded in making tough and selfless decisions for the benefit of the nation, which includes choosing to serve with opposition parties, like All Nigeria Peoples’ Party and Congress for Progressive Change, with all the odds.

“President Buhari recalls with delight his many insightful encounters with the septuagenarian over the years, affirming that Momoh will always be remembered for his unalloyed support for the truth that culminated in the electoral victory of 2015,” the statement read.

He prayed that God would grant the former minister longer life, good health and more wisdom to serve his community and the country.

The Auchi born journalist is the 165th child of King Momoh I of Auchi in Edo State.

The veteran journalist and former Minister of Information and Culture during the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida, would turn 78, on Thursday.‎

Birthday wishes to Mr. Momoh