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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman and former military President, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), on his 85th birthday, saying the ex Military leader has impacted Nigeria in ways no other leader has done.

President Tinubu disclosed this in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy.


He also described General Babangida as an outstanding leader whose remarkable military career culminated in his leadership of the nation following the 1985 coup.

The President said “Like him or not, former President Babangida impacted Nigeria in ways no other leader has. His eight-year reign left enduring marks on our political, economic, and geographic landscape.

“He expanded the nation’s economy, established lasting infrastructure, and created several agencies and institutions that continue to serve the national interest. But for his foresight, wisdom, and sense of equity and fairness, many states in the federation might not exist today.”

The President noted that General Babangida’s name and legacy would remain indelible in Nigeria’s history because of his many contributions to national development.

“Even in retirement, living a quiet life at his Minna Hilltop residence in Niger State, General Babangida continues to offer valuable counsel and guidance to the nation. His advice and wise counsel remain an inspiration to younger generations”, the President said.

” I wish you continued grace, good health, and renewed strength. May Almighty Allah keep you with us for many more years to come,” the President added.

MadPolitician:
The same Babangida that you fought viciously against using NADECO. Tarnishing Nigerias hitherto good image beyond repair in the process. Many Nigerians tend to easily overlook the fact that Nigerias pariah status in the international sphere, started with all the caustic political mudslings between NADECO on one side, and Babangida/Abacha on the other side..

Lots of young men lost their precious lives confronting both Babangida and Abachas forces during the NADECO days.
Oga is now in Aso Rock, and all of a sudden, Babangida is an angel.
They even made Babangidas son the chairman of one of Nigerias most important government banks.
Rewarding infamy with "juicy" political positions..
All for politics..

Morale of the Story? Be careful with whom you follow into battles.
Be warry of men who play treacherous politics and see that as smart and "sophisticated politics", they will hang you out there to dry once they get what they want..

MadPolitician:
The same Babangida that you fought viciously against using NADECO. Tarnishing Nigerias hitherto good image beyond repair in the process. Many Nigerians tend to easily overlook the fact that Nigerias pariah status in the international sphere, started with all the caustic political mudslings between NADECO on one side, and Babangida/Abacha on the other side..

Lots of young men lost their precious lives confronting both Babangida and Abachas forces during the NADECO days.
Oga is now in Aso Rock, and all of a sudden, Babangida is an angel.
They even made Babangidas son the chairman of one of Nigerias most important government banks.
Rewarding infamy with "juicy" political positions..
All for politics..

Morale of the Story? Be careful with whom you follow into battles.
Be warry of men who play treacherous politics and see that as smart and "sophisticated politics", they will hang you out there to dry once they get what they want..

bolaayenimo:
Tinubu and hypocrisy. The same Babangida he was yapping during June 12 crisis

kingsways:
IBB is smarter, more intelligent, and better than all those who came after him, except perhaps Obasanjo

Even as a Military President, he did big projects. 3rd Mainland, FCT, etc.,

I have no doubt Nigeria would be far better if they had returned IBB rather than Buhari

bolaayenimo:
Tinubu and hypocrisy. The same Babangida he was yapping during June 12 crisis

fredoooooo:
The wrong way though..with corruption and everything evil