By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Tinubu has commended Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, for his administration’s focus on impactful projects in education, health, and transportation.
The President made the remarks on Saturday in Maiduguri during an official tour, where he commissioned several new projects.
The commissioned facilities include the international wing of the Muhammadu Buhari Airport, a new VIP extension, and a fleet of Electric Vehicles, intra-state buses, and tricycles. He also inaugurated three model schools covering primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary levels.
“I am commissioning this primary, junior secondary school and senior secondary schools to the glory of God, and continuous education of our children,” President Tinubu stated.
The visit also featured a cultural dimension as the President participated in the marriage ceremony of Sadeeq Sheriff, son of former Governor Ali Modu Sheriff. In line with Kanuri tradition, President Tinubu stood in as the father of the groom, while Governor Zulum acted as the father of the bride to receive the traditional bride price in gold coins.
The ceremony was held at the Maiduguri Central Mosque and hosted by the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji (Dr.) Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi.The events were attended by seven state governors, senators, and ministers.
President Tinubu departed Maiduguri for Bauchi State at 3.25 pm.