President Tinubu Eulogises Nasir El-Rufai on 64th Birthday

President Tinubu Eulogises Nasir El-Rufai on 64th Birthday

  • The former governor of Kaduna state, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, celebrated his 64th birthday on Friday, February 16
  • However, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu did not fail to praise one of his strongest allies in Northern Nigeria
  • President Tinubu described El-Rufai as an astute leader and a dedicated public servant whose traits have inspired many

Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro

State House, Abuja - President Bola Tinubu has sent heartfelt wishes to former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai on his birthday, February 16, 2024.

In a statement released by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngalale, the President commended the exemplary leadership and remarkable contributions of the accomplished administrator to the nation throughout his illustrious career in public service.

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Nasir El-Rufai was instrumental to President Tinubu's victory at the 2023 polls
President Tinubu described Nasir El-Rufai as a dedicated public servant. Photo Credit: Dada Olusegun
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El-Rufia served as a two-term governor under the All Progressives Congress (APC), former Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), and former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

President Tinubu is confident that el-Rufai's dedication to serving the nation will remain a motivation, particularly for young Nigerians eager to impact the country's progress positively.

He extends his best wishes to the former governor, hoping for his ongoing success, good health, and fulfilment in all his future endeavours.

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Meanwhile, President Tinubu has been appointed the African Union's representative for human resources in health and community health delivery partnership.

This decision was made based on Tinubu's significant contributions to the health sector, characterised by ambitious and innovative initiatives with a strong focus on people.

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This appointment adds to Tinubu's role as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) chairman, showcasing his growing influence in regional and continental affairs.

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Elsewhere, ex-Kaduna central senator Shehu Sani reacted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s new appointment.

African Union (AU) appointed President Tinubu as champion for human resources for health and community health delivery partnership.

After Nigeria’s Super Eagles lost the AFCON final to Ivory Coast, Sani said the country is now the “Champion of health’ in Africa.”

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Segun Adeyemi (Current Affairs and Politics Editor) Segun Adeyemi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience as an active field reporter, editor, and editorial manager. He has had stints with Daily Trust newspaper, Daily Nigerian, and News Digest. He currently works as an editor for Legit.ng's current affairs and politics desk. He holds a degree in Mass Communication (Adekunle Ajasin University). He is a certified digital reporter by Reuters, AFP and the co-convener of the annual campus journalism awards. Email: segun.adeyemi@corp.legit.ng.