Ex-President IBB Turns 84: Senator Kalu Leads Celebration

The Senate Committee on South East Development Commission (SEDC) Chairman and former governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has congratulated former Military President General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.) on his 84th birthday.
Kalu said in a statement on Sunday that the former head of state was a political father and mentor who influenced his political career.
He praised Babangida’s goal for a unified Nigeria, his leadership style, and his courage, emphasizing that his contributions to national integration, peace, and stability will never be forgotten.
In the political sphere, General Babangida is a unique leader whose wealth of knowledge and fatherly leadership have inspired me and many others. He stands out as a statesman of incalculable worth because of his persistent faith in the unity of our wonderful nation, Nigeria, and his capacity to develop future leaders, added Kalu.

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Along with wishing the Minna-born elder statesman good health, peace of mind, and many more years of meaningful service, the Senate Chief Whip also prayed for him.

“I sincerely celebrate him on this unique occasion of his 84th birthday and pray that God continues to grant him good health, peace of mind, and many more years of fruitful service to humanity,” he continued.

As a symbol of hope, tenacity, and patriotism, Kalu urged Nigerians from all political and ethnic backgrounds to keep learning from Babangida’s extensive experience.