Senate President Ahmad Lawan
By Anthony Maliki
The Northern Governors Forum has rejoiced with President of the Senate, Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, on his 62nd birthday.
Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau State Simon Bako Lalong in a congratulatory message described Senator Lawan as an erudite legislator and scholar who has brought his experience to bear on the Nigerian parliament.
This was contained in a statement by Dr. Makut Simon Macham, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor of Plateau State and Chairman Northern Governor’s Forum, to Apex News Exclusive.
Lalong said since stepping into the National Assembly, Senator Lawan has remained consistent in pursuing the enactment of quality legislations and conduct of robust oversight that have gone a long way to strengthen the nation’s democracy.
He commended Senator Lawan for galvanising his colleagues at the 9th Senate and the National Assembly as a whole towards supporting the Buhari Administration in fulfilling its promises to Nigerians.
Lalong also described the Senate President as a worthy partner in the development of the Northern Region, assuring him that the Northern Governors Forum will continue to work with him in addressing the challenges of the region.
He wished Senator Lawan God’s guidance, wisdom, protection, and good health.
