Tinubu at 73: What Akpabio, IBB, Osinbajo Said about Nigerian President

• The President of Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday
• Former Military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), commended Tinubu for his leadership style
• Former vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, also joined other Nigerians to celebrate and wish Tinubu well

TheTalk.NG journalist Adekunle Dada has over 7 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international events

FCT, Abuja – The President of Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s passion for Nigeria’s progress as contagious.

Akpabio said President Tinubu’s vision and dedication to Nigeria is inspiring.

Akpabio, IBB, Osinbajo commend President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday
Photo credit: Godswill Akpabio/Asiwaju Bola Ahmed TinubuSource: Facebook

As reported by Vanguard, Akpabio said this in a congratulatory message to Tinubu on his 73rd birthday anniversary on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

“Your leadership, vision and dedication to our great nation are truly inspiring.

“As Senate President, I have had the privilege of working closely with you, and I must say that your passion for Nigeria’s progress is contagious,”

Former Military Head of State, retired General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), described Tinubu as selfless and the “Asiwaju of the Universe.”

Babangida praised President Tinubu as he eulogised Tinubu’s leadership on his 73rd birthday anniversary.

As reported by Leadership, Babangida commended Tinubu’s commitment to democratic values, pledging his support and solidarity with the president.

“With your rich background in the struggle for the emancipation of the ordinary Nigerian, coupled with your commitment to deepening democratic values in Nigeria, your history speaks for your persona.”

IBB as he is fondly called added that:

“You have come to lead Nigeria at a very trying time in our nation’s history, but your leadership intervention thus far has been very remarkable, bold, resilient, and encouraging. Only those who have been there know exactly the grit required to lead Nigeria and Nigerians.”

Former vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, prayed for strength and wisdom for President Tinubu on his 73rd birthday.

Wishing Tinubu a happy birthday vi ahis X handle, @ProfOsinbajo, Osinbajo wrote:

“Happy Birthday, Mr. President!

“As your days increase, so shall your strength, wisdom, and fulfillment, in Jesus’ name. Amen.”

TheTalk.NG earlier reported that President Tinubu on Friday, March 28, 2025, made another promise to the people of Nigeria.

President Tinubu vowed to continue to work hard and pray hard for the peace and stability of the country.

He stated this after the special Juma’ah prayer in commemoration of his 73rd birthday at the National Mosque in Abuja.

Eid-el-Fitr: Tinubu hosts Wike, FCT delegation

TheTalk.NG also reported that President Tinubu had a meeting with the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike and his delegation at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja.

Tinubu is hosting his first set of guests for the Eid-El-Fitr homage and celebration on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

It was gathered that the meeting commenced at 12:16 pm when President Tinubu arrived the venue at the State House.

Source: TheTalk.NG

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