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Tinubu congratulates Daisy Danjuma on 72nd birthday

Ms Danjuma was in the Senate between 2003 and 2007.

• August 6, 2024
Daisy Danjuma
Daisy Danjuma[Credit: Meiza]

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday congratulated Senator Daisy Danjuma on her 72nd birthday.

In a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, the President described Danjuma as an accomplished lawyer, entrepreneur, and politician.

Danjuma represented Edo South Senatorial District in the Senate from 2003 to 2007.

“President Tinubu commends the former Senator for her philanthropic endeavours, providing succour to the needy and the helpless. The President wishes Mrs. Danjuma and her family good health, joy, and happiness,” said Mr Ngelale.

(NAN) 

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