The Speaker of the House of Representatives Mr. Abbas Tajudeen has congratulated Nigeria’s former vice-president, Mr. Mohammed Namadi Sambo, on his 70th birthday.
The Speaker described him as a nationalist who served his country with zeal and dedication
He said that “Sambo remained a democratic pillar in the country and has over the years demonstrated high level of patriotism.”
Speaker Abbas applauded Sambo, who was also a former governor of Kaduna State, for being an elder statesman ever since he left office as vice-president in 2015.
He said; “Former vice president Mohammed Namadi Sambo is one Nigerian whose contributions to our democracy and patriotic service to fatherland are well appreciated.
“Even before venturing into politics, ex-VP Sambo had distinguished himself as a businessman and a philanthropist.”
The Speaker wished Mr. Sambo more fruitful years in sound health.
Mohammed Namadi Sambo, GCON, was born on 2nd August, 1954.
He served as the vice president of Nigeria during president Goodluck Jonathan Administration from 19th May, 2010 to 29th May, 2015. He previously served as governor of Kaduna State from 2007 to 2010.
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