President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has wished former military ruler Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd.) a happy 82nd birthday.
Tinubu congratulated the former military president on his birthday, August 17, in a statement sent by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, on Wednesday.
According to the statement, Babangida served with distinction in several roles in the Nigerian army and reached the pinnacle of his career as Chief of Army Staff, leaving indelible legacy for his heroic defence of our nationhood throughout the Nigerian Civil War.
See the full statement below:
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
PRESIDENT TINUBU SALUTES GEN. IBRAHIM BADAMASI BABANGIDA AT 82
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 defense 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 defense 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.
Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
August 16, 2023