By Awwal Umar Kontagora The Niger State Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, has felicitated with former Military President, G...
By Awwal Umar Kontagora
The Niger State Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, has felicitated with former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.), on the occasion of his 85th birthday.
The Deputy Governor described the elder statesman as a towering figure in Nigeria’s political and military history, whose contributions to national development, unity and public service continue to attract recognition across the country.
Comrade Yakubu Garba noted that General Babangida’s years of service to Nigeria, both in the military and as Head of State, remain an important part of the nation’s history, while his experience and counsel continue to be valuable to present and future generations.
He particularly acknowledged IBB’s enduring influence as a statesman and respected son of Niger State, describing his life as one marked by courage, leadership and commitment to the Nigerian project.
The Deputy Governor prayed to Almighty Allah to grant General Babangida continued good health, wisdom and strength, and to bless him with many more years of peace and fulfilment in the service of humanity.
Comrade Garba joined the people and Government of Niger State in celebrating the former Military President and wished him a happy 85th birthday.
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