Tinubu felicitates IBB at 82, lists contributions

Tinubu felicitates IBB at 82, lists contributions 

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida, as he turns 82 years. He hailed his numerous contributions to the development of Nigeria.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu recalled some of the roles played by the former leader, popularly called IBB, in the overall evolution of the country, including the creation of many states.

He said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu shares in the joy of celebration with family members, friends, and associates of Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (Rtd), as the former military President turns 82 on August 17, 2023.

“President Tinubu congratulates the former military President, who had served in many capacities in the Nigerian army with distinction and reached the peak of his career as Chief of Army Staff with indelible legacies for his gallant defence of our nationhood during the Nigerian Civil War.

“The President affirms the contributions of Gen. Babangida to national development, which include the creation of many states to strengthen the federal structure, physical infrastructure, the liberalization of the media industry, and other initiatives across the health and defence sectors.

“President Tinubu notes the influential position of the former Nigerian leader, who has, after 30 years outside of power, consistently remained a voice of wisdom and counsel for many political leaders, both within and outside of Nigeria. The President prays for the continuous well-being of Gen. Babangida and his family.”