President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated former head of state, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, on his 83rd birthday.
Gatekeepers News reports that Tinubu greeted the former head of state through a statement released by Special Adviser to President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale on Saturday in Abuja.
Recall that Babangida was Nigeria’s military president from 1985 to 1993. 
The president noted Babangida’s endeavours toward development of the nation, especially in infrastructure and other areas.
Tinubu lauded the octogenarian’s efforts in the completion of Third Mainland Bridge, which at the time was the longest bridge in Africa.
The statement added, “The President acknowledges the role of General Babangida in the sculpting of modern Nigeria, and commends him for his services to the nation.”
“President Tinubu wishes the former head of state many more years in good health.”
