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Buhari praises Bagudu as capable leader, calls Makinde visionary politician

He described the Oyo governor as a visionary politician with a strong commitment to the progress and well-being of the nation.

• December 27, 2022
Seyi Makinde, President Muhammadu Buhari and Atiku Bagudu
Seyi Makinde, President Muhammadu Buhari and Atiku Bagudu

President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated Governor Atiku Bagudu as he marks his 61st birthday, describing him as “a symbol of service and dedication.”

In a congratulatory message by his media aide Garba Shehu on Monday in Abuja, the president commended the chairman of the Progressive Governors Forum as a capable leader.

According to him, Mr Bagudu always carries out his duties with incomparable hard work, dedication and creativity.

“May you have the strength and health to achieve all your goals,” the president prayed.

In a similar vein, Mr Buhari congratulated Governor Oluseyi Makinde on the occasion of his 55th birthday anniversary.

He described the Oyo governor as a visionary politician with a strong commitment to the progress and well-being of the nation.

“I wish him a very happy birthday, and I pray to God for his good health and long life,” Mr Buhari said.

(NAN)

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