Sen. Aliyu Wamakko ( APC-Sokoto North) has felicitated with former Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, on the occasion of his 81st birthday celebration.
Addressing newsmen on Wednesday in Minna, the former Governor of Sokoto state described Babangida as a ”true Nigerian patriot, pan-Africanist and global figure.
”He is an exceptionally patriotic leader, a courageous statesman, insightful administrator and a global personality.
” I join family members, friends and well-wishers in rejoicing with the elder statesman on this auspicious occasion.
” I heartily felicitate with former president as he continues his strong march in his remarkable journey of life.
” Babangida is a global figure who has made great contributions to the political development of Nigeria and the emancipation of Africa.”
The lawmaker said Babangida has being a consistent protagonist of the Nigerian project, saying: ”Even now as an elder statesman, he has continued to push for Nigeria to realise her huge potential as a great nation.
” This is to be expected, as his name is linked to some of the greatest events and developments in Nigerian history.
“I therefore heartily join Nigerians in celebrating this unique figure as he crosses the milestone of 81 years.
” I also congratulate him on the divine blessing of attaining the milestone in good health of body and mind.
”I am wishing him many more years of continued service to his beloved Nigeria and Africa, and to the cause of peace all over the world.”
Wamakko said Babangida, has been playing pivotal roles towards bolstering the security, unity, stability and development of our dear nation, Nigeria, Africa and the world at large.
” As a military leader, and now an elder statesman, IBB remains a detribalized leader.
”He is a firm believer in one and indivisible Nigeria established on the firm foundation of democracy, justice, equity, transparency and rule of law”, Wamakko said.