KANO GOVERNOR YUSUF CELEBRATES GENERAL ABDULSALAMI ABUBAKAR AT 83, HAILS HIS ROLE IN NIGERIA’S DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION
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By Aishat Momoh. O.
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), on his 83rd birthday, lauding his enduring contributions to national peace, unity, and democratic progress.
In a statement issued on Friday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the retired general as a patriotic leader and statesman whose legacy continues to shape Nigeria’s political landscape.
He praised General Abdulsalami for his pivotal role in Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, a transition that marked a turning point in the nation’s history.
“General Abdulsalami Abubakar remains a beacon of hope and a shining example of selfless service. His commitment to peacebuilding, national unity, and good governance continues to inspire generations of Nigerians,” Yusuf stated.
The governor prayed for the elder statesman’s continued good health, wisdom, and long life, expressing confidence that his voice will remain a guiding force in national discourse.
“As you mark your 83rd birthday, the government and good people of Kano State join millions of Nigerians in celebrating your legacy and wishing you more years of impactful service to humanity,” he added.
General Abdulsalami Abubakar led Nigeria from June 1998 to May 1999 and is widely credited with overseeing a peaceful transition from military to civilian rule, culminating in the inauguration of a democratically elected government.
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