Edith CHUKU
The Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has felicitated with the 16th President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he marks his 72nd Birthday on March 29, 2024.
In a release made available to TNN by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Nelson Chukwudi, the governor gave the message on behalf of his wife, Lady Valerie, the government and people of the state.
In his message, Fubara described Tinubu as a devout and selfless leader, an advocate of peace and unity, and a bridge builder that has engendered the growth of democracy in Nigeria.
The governor said, “You are a hardworking and people-oriented leader, committed to promoting peace, upholding the unity of the nation and improving the welfare of Nigerians through quality service delivery and good governance as enunciated in your ‘Renewed Hope Agenda’.
“The policies and programmes of your Administration are testament of your commitment to ensuring the growth and transformation of the nation under your leadership.”
He also recalled the President’s “leading role in the rebirth of our democracy through the instrumentality of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), during the bitter days of the military junta, and his leadership in the formation of strong political platforms, culminating in the emergence of the All Progressives Congress APC to drive Nigeria’s democratic transformation.”
Fubara further prayed that “God Almighty grant Mr. President good health, divine enablement and grace to continue to serve the nation and humanity in the midst of the present economic and security challenges.
“As you celebrate your birthday, on behalf of my wife, the Government and people of Rivers State, I pray that God Almighty will bless you with wisdom, peace of mind, more strength and sound health to deliver the desired democratic dividends to Nigerians.”
