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General Ibrahim Babangida
By Akanji Alowolodu, Bauchi
A former Speaker of the House of Representatives now representing Bogoro /Dass/Tafawa Balewa Federal Constituency in the House, Yakubu Dogara, has described former military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida as a true elder statesman who is committed to the well being of Nigeria and Nigerians.
The former Speaker while felicitating with the former Military President on the occasion of his 80th birthday anniversary said the former Nigerian leader has over the years displayed qualities of a true leader and elderstatesman.
In a statement issued on his behalf by his media aide Turaki Hassan which was distributed to reporters in Bauchi, Yakubu Dogara said that, “Over the years, you have displayed qualities of a true leader, especially in the personal sacrifices you have made for the unity and stability and development of Nigeria”.
He added that, “Your elderly counsel and wisdom has been a compass and a guide to successive leadership at all levels.”
He concluded that, “As you join the league of octogenarians, I pray Almighty God to bless, protect, preserve and grant you many more years in good health and prosperity.”
