By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, on his 83rd birthday today, August 17.
General Babangida, popularly called IBB, was Nigeria’s military President from 1985 to 1993.
President Tinubu salutes IBB on this special occasion, noting his endeavours towards the nation’s development, especially in infrastructure and other areas, notably the completion of the Third Mainland Bridge, which at the time was the longest bridge in Africa.
The President acknowledges General Babangida’s role in shaping modern Nigeria and commends him for his services to the nation.
President Tinubu wishes the former head of state many more years in good health.