President Muhammadu Buhari has joined members, leaders and chieftains of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in rejoicing with the National Leader of the party and former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 70th birthday.
President Buhari in a statement signed Monday by his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity; Femi Adeshina affirmed the contributions of the party stalwart to the political, economic and social development of the country, setting a standard in leadership, governance and philanthropy.
As the former Governor of Lagos State turns 70, the President notes and salutes his courage, resilience, selflessness and nobility in always placing the welfare and unity of the nation above self, backed with vision of a greater Nigeria through investments in people, institutions and governments, without minding tribe or creed.
President Buhari joins family members, friends, business and political associates in celebrating the septuagenarian, who has diligently and progressively risen on the nation’s political ladder since 1992, fighting for democratic rule against many odds, angling for people-focused development and supporting visionary and purposeful leadership.
The President prays that the Almighty God will increase Asiwaju Tinubu, the Jagaban of Borgu Kingdom, in strength, good health and wisdom to keep serving the nation, and humanity.
The birthday is to be marked tomorrow – March 29, 2022, with 13th edition of Colloquium in Lagos. The event is expected to be chaired by President Muhammadu Buahri.