Leadership (Abuja)
13 May 2008
Abuja — Human Rights activist, Chief Gani Fawehinmi (SAN), yesterday expressed appreciation to Nigerians for their unique celebration of his 70th birthday, even in his absence.
Fawehinmi, in a statement issued in Lagos, also thanked Nigerians for their prayers for his quick recovery.
"I specially appreciate the wonderful role played by the media - both the print and the electronic - for their support through the publication of various tributes, messages, editorials, articles and lectures.
"With the remaining time left for me in the world, I will treasure these unusual, wonderful and unprecedented outpouring of love, support and kindness from my fellow countrymen and women.
"I arrived on Saturday, May 10, 2008, from London where I had been receiving medical treatment for lung cancer.
"I have been given a medically advised break in my treatment. Hence, my stay in the country is going to be temporary and short before I go back", he stated.
"I will continue to battle this deadly disease of lung cancer despite the pain and pangs it entails, with determination and courage that I can muster".
Fawehinmi, however, said that he believed that with the prayers and support of Nigerians and God's intervention, the best would be achieved. (NAN)
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