The Progressive Governors Forum paid a glowing tribute to President‑elect Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Wednesday, praising his courage, zeal and patriotism at a time when the country needs a revival. The commendation appeared in a congratulatory message issued in Abuja by PGF Chairman and Kebbi State Governor Atiku Bagudu, marking the former Lagos governor’s 71st birthday. The statement read: “The Progressive Governors Forum joins millions of Nigerians and other well‑wishers in congratulating our leader, President‑elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his 71st birthday. We wish you a happy birthday as well as many more in the future. This year’s birthday comes shortly after Nigerians have freely and enthusiastically mandated you to lead our country. Your patriotism, nationalism, boldness and courage have been acknowledged by the majority. It is a befitting birthday tribute that you are Nigeria’s next president, and even while you are taking some much‑needed time to reflect on all that needs to be done, your vision of a Nigeria that shall take its place of pride among the community of nations is resonating with all.”
Meanwhile, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu participated in a thanksgiving service for the President‑elect. The events were held at the Chapel of Christ the Light and at the Secretariat Community Central Mosque in Alausa, Ikeja, the state capital, with additional services in the central mosques of Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos and Epe. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Lagos State Governor, Gboyega Akosile. Sanwo‑Olu, represented at one of the events by the deputy governor, said, “Asiwaju himself is very grateful to Almighty Allah for what He has done for him. My prayer for him is for Allah to be with him and to guide him to achieve those things he desires for this country.”
The APC Anambra State chapter also congratulated the President‑elect. In a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Okelo Madukaife, the party said the moment signals a new life, new wisdom, a new idea and a new era in Nigeria.
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