Former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari, has extolled the sterling qualities of former Head of State, retired General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida as he clocks 82.
In a message issued by his spokesperson, Buhari described Babangida as an outstanding officer that has written his name in gold in the history annals of Nigeria.
He said: “On the occasion of his 82nd birthday, former President Muhammadu Buhari conveys his wishes to former military President Ibrahim Babangida.
“He praises him as an outstanding officer who had a vision of development for the federal capital city, Abuja and the nation.”
The former President wished General Babangida a longer life in good health.
He was Head of State from 1985 to 1993
On the occasion of his 82nd birthday, His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari conveyed his wishes to former military President Ibrahim Babangida. The former President wished General Babangida a longer life in good health. pic.twitter.com/y1YvfvS0Dy
— Muhammadu Buhari Centre (@BuhariCentre) August 17, 2023
