Rabiu Kwankwaso
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have both extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso as he turns 69 today, October 21, 2025.
In a message released to commemorate the occasion, President Tinubu described Kwankwaso as a “valued friend and ally,” highlighting their long-standing political relationship and shared history.
“Senator Kwankwaso remains a friend and ally with whom I served in the National Assembly in 1992 and later as governors in 1999,” the president noted. “We also worked together in founding the All Progressives Congress.
“Although he later left the APC to establish the New Nigeria Peoples Party, it is noteworthy that he remains within the progressive fold.”
Similarly, Atiku Abubakar praised Kwankwaso’s lifelong commitment to public service and national development.
“I extend my warmest birthday wishes to my brother, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso @KwankwasoRM, as you turn 69 today,” Atiku said in a post via his X handle on Tuesday.
“Your unwavering dedication to public service, education, and national development continues to inspire many across generations.
“I celebrate with you and your family, and your friends and well-wishers on this special day and pray for your continued good health and vitality in the years ahead”, he said.
Both leaders’ tributes underscored Kwankwaso’s enduring influence in Nigerian politics and his cross-party respect among peers.
