Buhari, N’Assembly, Sanwo-Olu, and Others Extend Birthday Wishes to Tinubu at 72

Buhari, the National Assembly, Governor Sanwo-Olu, and other prominent figures have all expressed their well-wishes to President Bola Tinubu on his 72nd birthday, which falls on Friday, March 29, 2024.

Former President Muhammadu Buhari conveyed his birthday greetings to Tinubu, praising him for his sustained efforts in tackling the numerous challenges facing Nigeria. Buhari’s message was delivered through his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, in a statement titled ‘Former President Buhari greets Tinubu on his 72nd birthday.’

Tinubu had requested a low-key celebration for his birthday, citing the recent killings of army officers and policemen in Delta State and the prevailing insecurity across the nation. The Presidency, represented by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this decision.

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Governor Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State also extended his congratulations to Tinubu, describing him as a courageous and committed leader dedicated to Nigeria’s progress and development. Sanwo-Olu highlighted Tinubu’s financial expertise and his pivotal role in elevating Lagos State to its current status as the fifth-largest economy in Africa.

Similarly, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State lauded Tinubu as a selfless leader, peace advocate, and democracy champion. Fubara recalled Tinubu’s contributions to the restoration of democracy in Nigeria through his involvement in the National Democratic Coalition during the military era and his leadership in forming the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Lawmakers at the Lagos State House of Assembly also praised Tinubu’s achievements as the former governor of Lagos State and his ongoing contributions to the state’s development. Speaker Mudasiru Obasa emphasized Tinubu’s role in boosting Lagos State’s revenue generation and his visionary policies, such as the establishment of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, which have propelled the state’s progress.

Source: Punch Newspapers