PRESIDENT TINUBU HAILS GEN. IBRAHIM BABANGIDA AT 84, REFLECTS ON HIS LEGACY

Funmi Adewoju SuleoduAugust 17, 20251 Mins read

President Bola Tinubu has extended his warm greetings to former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (Rtd), as he marks his 84th birthday today.

In a statement from the State House, President Tinubu paid tribute to Babangida’s influence on Nigeria’s development during his eight years in office, describing his leadership as one that left a lasting imprint on the country’s political and economic framework.

The President acknowledged the retired General’s decorated military career, including his time as an instructor at the Nigerian Defence Academy and as Chief of Army Staff. He noted Babangida’s leadership of key military units and praised his strategic acumen in national defense.

Highlighting the former president’s achievements, Tinubu pointed to landmark infrastructure projects like the Third Mainland Bridge and significant reforms that opened up Nigeria’s economy to private enterprise.

He also credited Babangida for establishing major national institutions such as the State Security Service (SSS), the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).

President Tinubu further recognized Babangida’s role in the creation of new states and the historic move of Nigeria’s capital from Lagos to Abuja—two decisions that have shaped Nigeria’s federal structure.

“As a leader and statesman, General Babangida’s contributions to the Nigerian state are deeply woven into the fabric of our national journey,” Tinubu said.

He concluded with prayers for the former leader’s continued health and strength.

Author

Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs.

She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs.

She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development.

Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work.

Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.

View all posts

Previous post Enugu & Ebonyi Tour: Highlights from the National Communication Team’s Visit

Next post Fusengbuwa Ruling House Prays for Unity, Prepares for Awujale Succession

Written by

Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs. She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs. She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development. Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work. Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.