APC lauds Goodluck Jonathan on his 60th birthday

Former President Goodluck Jonathan turns 60 on November 20

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 60th birthday, saying his life and politics had been defined by patriotism and humility.

The party stated this in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Malam Bolaji Abdullahi on Sunday in Abuja.

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The party recalled that the commendable and exemplary conduct of Jonathan before and after the 2015 presidential election demonstrated his patriotism and love for Nigeria.

The statement urged the former president to remain steadfast to the positive ideals he stood for and continue to support the development of the country.

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It wished Jonathan many more happy, healthy and rewarding years of service to the nation.

Jonathan was born in what is now Bayelsa State to a family of canoe makers.

He holds a B.Sc. degree in Zoology in which he attained Second Class Honours.

He holds an M.Sc. degree in Hydrobiology and Fisheries biology, and a PhD degree in Zoology from the University of Port Harcourt.

Before he entered politics in 1998, he worked as an education inspector, lecturer, and environmental-protection officer.

He served as Vice-President of Nigeria from 2007 to 2010 and as Governor of Bayelsa State from 2005 to 2007.