President Bola Tinubu congratulated Nigeria’s former head of state, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, on his 83rd birthday today. General Babangida, fondly called IBB, was Nigeria’s military president from 1985 to 1993. President Tinubu saluted the former head of state on the special occasion, noting his endeavours towards the development of the nation, especially in infrastructure…....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
President Bola Tinubu congratulated Nigeria’s former head of state, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, on his 83rd birthday today. General Babangida, fondly called IBB, was Nigeria’s military president from 1985 to 1993.
President Tinubu saluted the former head of state on the special occasion, noting his endeavours towards the development of the nation, especially in infrastructure and otherwise, notably the completion of the Third Mainland Bridge, which at the time was the longest bridge in Africa. The President also acknowledged the role of General Babangida in the sculpting of modern Nigeria, and commended him for his services to the nation. President Tinubu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, further wished the former head of state many more years in good health.
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