President Tinubu Celebrates Bisi Akande At 85

By Temitope Mustapha, Abuja

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated his long-time ally, Bisi Akande on his 85th birthday, appreciating him for his unfailing support and sacrifice over the years and now.

The President in a statement signed by his Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu extolled Akande’s defining principles of integrity, loyalty, truth, and justice.

President Tinubu recalled his exemplary leadership qualities and selfless service to Nigeria.

He said; “Akande was a principal actor in the founding of our great party, the All Progressives’ Congress. He has always been a progressive; always noble and disciplined in thoughts and actions, as well as given to rational and enlightened ideals. He is a cherished friend and confidant, ever so generous with his wise counsel. I celebrate him.” 

The Nigerian Leader wished him many more years in good health and strength.

Bisi Akande was the governor of Osun State from 1999 to 2003 and the first interim National Chairman of the All Progressives’ Congress (APC).

 

 

 

Mercy Chukwudiebere

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