Former Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babaginda Badamasi (IBB) and Niger State Governor, Umar Bago
Niger State Governor, farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has showered encomium on Nigeria’s former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), on his 85th birthday.
The Farmer Governor in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, described the celebrant as an elder statesman, visionary, patriotic, dogged, and exemplary leader.
He commendedthe bravery and charisma of Gen. Babangida in decision-making, especially during his leadership, which has helped in stabilising the country.
The Executive Governor maintained that under the leadership of the celebrant, policies were initiated that brought remarkable development that are still bearing good fruits.
He said the elder statesman has remained focused and consistent decades after his active service in providing wise counsel for the continuous development of the society.
Farmer Umaru Bago noted that the celebrant has become a shining light and ray of hope to younger generations.
He joined family and numerous well-wishers of Gen. Babangida in thanking Allah for his boundless blessings on him.
The Farmer Governor prayedthat Allah will continue to keep him and strengthen him for more impacts on humanity.
