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President Tinubu and Senate President Akpabio
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR for attaining the age of 74.
Akpabio, in a congratulatory message personally signed by him and released on Saturday, described President Tinubu as an audacious and visionary leader with the Midas touch to reset Nigeria.
His words: "On behalf of my family, the wonderful people of Akwa Ibom North West, the Senate and indeed the 10th National Assembly, I wish to heartily rejoice and dutifully felicitate the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria – Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR on the occasion of his 74th birthday.
"Your Excellency, it is a thing of joy to see you reach this age in good health in mind and in body.
"I pray that the Almighty God will continue to bless you with good health, the desired strength and wisdom to effectively navigate and deliver on the Renewed Hope Agenda for the benefit of all Nigerians.
"Mr. President, I must admit that you are an audacious and visionary leader, whose quest to set the nation on a transformational pedestal is never in doubt.
"Your leadership, vision, and dedication to our great nation are truly inspiring. As Senate President, I have had the privilege of working closely with you, and I must say that your passion for Nigeria's progress is contagious.
"You have demonstrated astute leadership, advocating for democratic values and bold economic reforms. Although the reforms came at a cost, there is certainly light at the end of the tunnel as they have already started yielding dividends.
"At the National Assembly, we will continue to collaborate with and complement your efforts to bequeath an organic and indelible legacy for the future generations.
"Congratulations, Your Excellency and may God bless your new age".