Senate President, Deputy, Niger Governor greet Buhari at 78

Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central Governors Forum Abubakar Sani Bello Bello felicitates with President Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR) on the occasion of his 78th birthday.

In a statement Governor Abubakar Sani Bello says his genuine compassion for the people and concern for the development of the country have evidently manifested in his dogged patriotism and desire to make Nigeria great again.

“Indeed, your leadership style and interest in improving the living standard of the Nigerian people are becoming legendary, thereby transcending the country’s image beyond its borders”

Niger State Governor and Chairman North Central Governors Forum Abubakar Sani Bello expressed gratitude to Allah for granting President Muhammadu Buhari a life of great accomplishment and fulfilment.

He said government,men and women of good character are also proud to celebrate a strategic leader and statesman whose positive dispositions have brought back the country to the trajectory of peace, progress and development.

“As you age gracefully, our prayer is that Allah (SWT) continue to bless and give you the wisdom and sound health in piloting the affairs of this country to the trajectory of peace, progress and development”

In a statement he personally signed, Senate President Ahmad Lawan wrote:

“I heartily felicitate with His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, as he marks his 78th birthday on Thursday.

“I join family members, friends, officials and associates of the President in rejoicing with him for marking the occasion in good health and good spirit.

“Mr President, in all the years of his leadership of our country has shown undeniable commitment to the unity, peace and even development of Nigeria.

“From the ongoing massive infrastructure projects across the country, series of programmes targeted at lifting the most vulnerable, like the social investment scheme, to the numerous bold initiatives of his government aimed at diversifying the economy, President Buhari is leveraging on his integrity and good standing with the masses to courageously guide Nigeria through a difficult phase into future prosperity

“I urge every citizen to look at the big picture and continue to stand with the President in this patriotic mission.

“As a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I am also delighted with President Buhari over the process he has set in motion for reforming and rebuilding our great party for fulfilling its historic mission of leading Nigeria into political stability and economic prosperity.

“On our part, the ninth National Assembly will continue to work harmoniously with the President for the peace and development of Nigeria and the well-being of our people.

“On this august occasion of your birthday, Mr President, I pray that God would continue to imbue you with wisdom, courage and good health to continue to safely pilot the ship of the nation towards the dream of its people.

“Happy Birthday, Mr President!”

On his part, Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege emphasised that President Buhari’s purposeful leadership,  commitment to the cause of the masses as exemplified in the people-oriented policies and programmes of his adminstration have endeared him to many.

He adds, “Mr. President, as you add another year today, my constituents, family and I rejoice with you for persevering stoically in the long journey thus far.

“As usual, in your spartan way, you will not be celebrating the way most people do but our prayer is that God Almighty will renew his grace and mercies upon you and the onerous leadership responsibility at hand.

“It has continued to be one challenge after another but we are certain that, in due course,  our collective faith in God and our confidence in you will be justified.

“Mr President, your purposeful leadership, anti-corruption stance, commitment to the cause of the masses, personal integrity and commitment to people-oriented policies and programmes have endeared you to millions of citizens both here and in the Diaspora.”

Omo-Agege prayed to God to continue to preserve Buhari’s life and grant him success in steering the ship of state.