President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated a former governor of the old Oyo State, David Jemibewon, as he clocks 80 on Monday.
Buhari congratulated Jemibewon in a statement made available to journalists by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.
Buhari described Jemibewon, a former Minister of Police Affairs, as a man who played many pivotal roles in shaping the nation’s history, both in the private and public sectors.
The statement reads:“President Buhari extols Maj. Gen. Jemibewon for services to the nation, as a former governor of the defunct Western State , and later Oyo State , and taking up strategic positions in the Nigerian Army as General Officer Commanding First Infantry Division and as Adjutant General.
“ As a former Minister of Police Affairs , the President affirms that the reforms instituted by the former governor strengthened the Nigeria Police Force for better service , especially the setting up of the Police Service Commission , and initiating a process for the expansion of the security agency with more officers , and modelling of some global best practices in operations.
“ President believes Maj. Gen. Jemibewon ’ s interest in the country continued to soar after retirement as he contributed to the process of returning the country to democratic governance , and has consistently played an active role in advocating good governance and development that directly impact on the people.
“ The President prays that the Almighty God will continue to bless the former governor with good health and strength to keep serving the nation. ”
