President Bola Tinubu has honored former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on his 65th birthday, acknowledging his contributions to democracy and public service. Despite recent tensions between the two, Tinubu’s statement reflected respect and recognition for El-Rufai’s legacy.
In a message signed by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised El-Rufai’s intellectual prowess and leadership, highlighting his role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his service as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from 2003 to 2007. Tinubu also lauded El-Rufai’s mentorship of young leaders and his dedication to democratic ideals.
The president concluded with warm wishes for El-Rufai’s health and strength to continue serving the nation. Tinubu’s tribute reflects the enduring impact of El-Rufai’s political career and his dedication to public service.