Jonathan, Atiku, Saraki remember Yar’Adua on 11th death anniversary

CHIEFTAINS of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) today paid tributes to former President Umaru Yar’Adua, who died on May 5, 2010 of pericarditis.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan who was Yar’Adua’s deputy, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki all paid tributes to him on Twitter.

“Today, I celebrate my boss, friend, colleague and brother, President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua who departed this world 11 years ago. As politicians, we shared a common vision of a peaceful, united and just nation,” Jonathan tweeted.

“Eleven years in remembrance of our late President Umaru Yar’Adua — a patriot and compassionate leader. May your memory continue to be a blessing,” Atiku wrote.

For Saraki: “On this day 11-years ago, Nigeria lost a selfless, patriotic and committed leader — and I lost a great friend. As we remember President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua today, we celebrate his legacy of integrity and pray that the mercy of Almighty Allah (SWT) continues to be upon him. Amin.”