Atiku, Kwankwaso Celebrate Peter Obi on His 65th Birthday

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, have extended warm congratulations to Peter Obi as the prominent political figure celebrates his 65th birthday. The political leaders shared their goodwill messages via their respective Facebook pages on Sunday.

In his message, Atiku described Obi as a brother, highly commending his steadfast commitment to public service and his continuous contributions to the growth of democracy in Nigeria. He expressed his wishes for Obi to have renewed strength, wisdom, good health, and total fulfillment in the years ahead.

Kwankwaso similarly praised his political ally, characterizing the former Anambra State governor as a leader driven by integrity, humility, and deep conviction. He noted that Obi has consistently distinguished himself through exceptional enterprise and modesty in a world that often celebrates excess. Kwankwaso added that Obi remains a principled voice whose dedication serves as an inspiration to millions of citizens across the nation, wishing him continued health and greater impact in his service to the country.

The birthday celebrations come as the political landscape shifts ahead of the upcoming general elections. Obi is currently positioned as the presidential candidate of the NDC, with Kwankwaso serving as his running mate. The political alliance marks a notable evolution since the 2023 presidential election, where both figures originally ran separate campaigns, finishing third and fourth respectively, following their previous involvement in an opposition alliance under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).