PRESIDENT BUHARI FELICITATES WITH LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT MINISTER, CHRIS NGIGE AT 69
President Muhammadu Buhari extends
best wishes to Labour and Employment Minister, Senator Dr Chris Nwabueze Ngige OON, as he turns 69 on August 8, 2021.
The President joins the medical profession, labour community, the legislature, where the celebrant served as Senator, and people of Anambra State, whom he served as Governor, to salute Dr Ngige for his selfless stewardship to community, state, country and humanity, wishing him greater health, strength and sound mind.
As he interfaces between government and organized labour, working for industrial harmony, President Buhari wishes the Minister well in all his endeavours.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
August 7, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI HAILS FORMER BANK CHIEFTAIN, NEBOLISA ARAH AT 70
President Muhammadu Buhari joins family and friends of former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Afribank and Fidelity Bank Plc, Nebolisa Arah, to celebrate his 70th birthday, August 8, 2021, congratulating the corporate czar for worthy and noticeable contributions to the country.
President Buhari notes the trust and confidence that Arah built in every financial institution he led, creating a culture of honesty, diligence and transparency that continually attracted sustenance of the business chain.
The President affirms that the former banker’s trademark of reforming and reinvigorating financial institutions to meet the needs of the stakeholders, both public and private, remains a good example for the system, while his knack for the bigger picture of a functional economy should be an inspiration.
As the former bank chieftain, who also served on the board of many development agencies, including the think-tank, Nigeria Economic Summit Group, turns a septuagenarian, the President prays for more years of good health and strength to keep serving God and the country.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity)
August 7, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI FELICITATES WITH CHAIRMAN OF BUA GROUP, ABDUL SAMAD RABIU ON 61st BIRTHDAY
President Muhammadu Buhari felicitates with Founder/Chairman of BUA Group and Chairman France-Nigeria Business Council, Abdul Samad Rabiu (CON) on the occasion of his 61th birthday.
The President extols the business mogul and extraordinary philanthropist for his leadership and compassion through the proactive protective measures against COVID-19 he helped to put in place, including social protection for the poor and needy at a time when a lot of families are struggling to cope with the effects of the pandemic.
The President thanks Alhaji Rabiu for complementing government efforts at job creation, poverty reduction and economic stability through his diverse investments spanning key business sectors of the Nigerian economy.
President Buhari prays God almighty to sustain the celebrant with long life and happiness.
Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity)
August 4, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI CONDOLES WITH GOV DAPO ABIODUN OVER PASSING OF DAD, DR EMMANUEL ADESANYA ABIODUN
President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun and the Iperu-Remo Family over the passing of their patriarch and renowned educationist, Dr Emmanuel Adesanya Abiodun.
President Buhari condoles with institutions and educationists in the state, who had worked with Dr Abiodun, fondly called “Baba Teacher” over many years, affirming that the principles of living for God, good of others and the country, and sharing knowledge greatly impacted on the entire Western Nigeria and the country.
The President believes Dr Abiodun’s passing, leaving a strong legacy of service to humanity, further stirs the need for reflection and making of right choices for living, particularly in working for the betterment of mankind.
President Buhari urges Gov Abiodun and all family members to take solace in the good works of their father, grandfather and great grandfather, while praying for repose of his soul.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
August 3, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI GREETS EMEFIELE, CBN GOV AT 60
President Muhammadu Buhari rejoices with Mr Godwin Emefiele, Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria, as he turns 60 August 4, 2021.
The President appreciates the economist/banker for his patriotic service to the country at a time of stiff economic challenges, praying that his efforts will yield positive dividends for the generality of Nigerians to reap from.
President Buhari equally wishes the CBN Governor good health and greater service to fatherland.
Text of the letter below:
“It gives me great pleasure to rejoice with you on the occasion of your Diamond Jubilee. Kindly accept the felicitations of myself, family and Nigerians at this auspicious milestone.
“As Governor of Nigeria’s Apex Bank, you have rendered selfless service to your country at a most challenging period of our economic development, and I salute your commitment, passion and doggedness. As you continue to build on these achievements, it is my hope that your efforts translate to more positive results on the nation’s economy for improved living standards we envisage for our people.
“While using this medium to pray Almighty God to bless you with many more years in good health and service to your fatherland, please accept my
best wishes
and personal regards.”
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
August 3, 2021
PENSIONERS APPLAUD PRESIDENT BUHARI OVER PAID PENSION ARREARS
Pensioners in the country, under the aegis of Nigeria Union of Pensioners have written a letter of appreciation and commendation to President Muhammadu Buhari, for payment of major part of their backlog entitlements.
In the letter signed by Elder Actor Zal, General Secretary of the association, the pensioners described President Buhari as a leader “who listens to the yearnings and aspirations” of his subjects, noting that this was evidenced by “the deliberate efforts being put in place by your government to put smiles on the faces of our members.”
Text of the letter below:
“The leadership and entire members of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners wishes to express her profound appreciation to His Excellency President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, for the release of enabling circular for the payment of the consequential adjustment of pension and the immediate release of funds for the payment of the accrued two years arrears.
“Despite the economic odds, the moment the circular was released, the President through the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) commenced payment to pensioners nationwide by the initial release of 12 months in June, and another payment of six months in July, leaving the balance of six months pending. We do sincerely hope that the balance will be cleared in due course.
“The Union notes with great nostalgia the deliberate efforts being put in place by your government to put smiles on the faces of our members nationwide and we are appreciatively indebted to your government.
“This singular action of yours goes to attest to the fact that you are, indeed, a listening President who listens to the yearnings and aspirations of your subjects.
“We cannot thank you enough.”
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
August 3, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI GREETS DEPUTY SENATE PRESIDENT, OVIE OMO-AGEGE AT 58
President Muhammadu Buhari felicitates with Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, on his 58th birthday, August 3, 2021, joining All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership and members to celebrate with the party chieftain whose dedication to good governance and democratic growth remains outstanding.
President Buhari congratulates the Deputy Senate President of the 9th National Assembly on another milestone, measured out by God’s grace, saluting his commitment to development of Delta State and the country, serving variously as Commissioner of Special Duties and Secretary to the State Government before his election to the Senate in 2015.
The President believes Sen. Omo-Agege’s down-to-earth leadership style, coupled with his foresight and generosity in sharing ideas has been most pivotal in the harmonious relationship with lawmakers, appreciating him for always bringing his vast experience as a lawyer to shape party issues and national discourse.
As the Deputy Senate President turns 58, President Buhari prays for his good health, strength, and continued service to God and mankind.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
August 2, 2021
PRESIDENT BUHARI GREETS KING OF MOROCCO ON 22nd ANNIVERSARY
President Muhammadu Buhari has extended warm felicitations to His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the 22nd anniversary of his ascension to the throne.
The President, on behalf of the people of Nigeria, and of himself, wishes the King good health, and prosperity. The letter below:
“On the occasion of the 22nd Anniversary of Your Majesty’s ascension to the throne, I have the pleasure to express, on behalf of the people of Nigeria and myself, warm
congratulations
and
best wishes
for good health and prosperity.
“Your Majesty’s reign has witnessed very impressive economic and social development in the Kingdom of Morocco for the benefit of all your people. Under your reign, the Kingdom has also significantly contributed in advancing regional peace, stability and development.
“We value the excellent fraternal relations between our two countries and look forward to building on the significant progress so far achieved under our renewed bilateral relation.
“While wishing Your Majesty continued good health, please accept the assurances of my highest esteem.”
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)
July 30, 2021