Governor of Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on his 69th birthday.
Sanwo-Olu in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile on Sunday, described Tinubu as a visionary leader and a rare mentor with exceptional abilities in various areas of human endeavours.
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The Governor said the APC Leader who is a political pathfinder, nationalist and detribalised Nigerian, has contributed in no small measure to the socio-political and economic growth of Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.
Sanwo-Olu said Tinubu is: “a major stabilizing factor for Nigeria’s current democratic dispensation”, adding that the former governor left with impeccable records in Lagos State after setting the right template for economic growth and political stability.”
“As pathfinder, Asiwaju charted the developmental trajectory of modern Lagos, raising the bar of governance and public service in the State and indeed, Nigeria.”
While stating that Tinubu personifies tolerance and humanity, he described him as a cheerful giver who cares about the welfare of the people.
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He added that the story of Nigeria’s democracy cannot be told without the name of Tinubu (The Jagaban Borgu) written in gold, stating that thousands are today direct beneficiaries of his political benevolence.
Sanwo-Olu also celebrated with the family of the former governor, especially his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, friends, political associates, APC chieftains and members across the country on the occasion of his 69th birthday.
Sanwo-Olu said: “On behalf of my adorable wife, Ibijoke, the good people of Lagos State and entire members of our party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), I felicitate with our leader and mentor on his 69th birthday.”
“As you march on to a higher pedestal in life, may The Almighty go with you every step of the way and may you accomplish more in the service of our dear country and humanity.”
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