President Tinubu lauds El-Rufai on 65th birthday

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai on his 65th birthday.

El-Rufai had served as governor in Kaduna and also Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from 2003 to 2007.

Tinubu acknowledged and commended El-Rufai’s endeavours towards democracy as a founding member of the All Progressive Congress (APC) and his outstanding service to the party.

The president wished El-Rufai good health and strength for a continuous service to the nation.

This was contained in a statement on X by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Sunday, 16th of February 2025.

The statement reads:

“Mallam El-Rufai is an administrator, scholar, and politician. He is a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and is highly regarded for his resourcefulness and brilliance.

“He served as governor of Kaduna State for eight years, and prior to elective office, he had served as Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from 2003 to 2007.

“President Tinubu celebrates Mallam El-Rufai on this occasion and commends his endeavours for democracy; his meritorious service to the nation, and mentorship of the younger generation.

“The President acknowledges Mallam El-Rufai’s role in the dialogues leading up to the formation of the APC and his contributions to the success of the party in the three consecutive elections of 2015, 2019, and 2023.

“President Tinubu wishes El-Rufai good health and strength for continuous service to the nation.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>