PRESIDENT BUAHRI CONGRATULATES KING SUNNY ADE AT 70

Born on Sept. 22, 1946 in Osogbo, Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, the King of Juju music and popularly called king Sunny Ade, had been actively in music since 1960s.
In a special message contained with a statement issued by Mr Femi Adesina, the president’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity in Abuja on Wednesday.

President Muhammadu Buhari has
congratulated music legend, King Sunny Ade, on his 70th birthday, which is on Sept. 22.
Adesina stated that “President Buhari joins friends, family and fans of the multi-talented instrumentalist, songwriter and dancer in celebrating his remarkable life.”
The President noted with delight that Sunny Ade had been graced with numerous awards for outstanding performances, including nominations for the Grammy.
Buhari added that the Septuagenarian had over the years brought pride to his country by mastering his art against all odds, taking the African musical genre to the global stage.
He, therefore, commended him for not only bringing joy to many hearts and homes through his music, but for serving as an inspiration and a mentor to upcoming artistes.
The President saluted “King Sunny Ade’s love for humanity, especially the less privileged, by setting up a foundation that caters for the needs of others.’’
He prayed that almighty God would grant “the versatile entertainer longer life, good health and more strength.”