The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has hailed  the President-elect of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on the occasion of his 71st birthday slated for Wednesday, March 29.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, the governor showered praises on Tinubu, describing him as an “enigmatic master strategist whose democratic credentials are scholarly materials for study in political economy.”

“At 71, Asiwaju has attained the age, that what matters most is the legacy to bequeath to people after him and God has blessed him with a great opportunity to take the mantle of leadership of Nigeria, and chart the right path of progress for the people of Nigeria”. He said.

“Asiwaju Tinubu has donated the greater part of his adult life for service to humanity, Lagos State and Nigeria.

His many contributions to democracy and good governance have helped the political and democratic trajectory of Nigeria since 1999.

It is also on record that he stood firmly on the side of the Nigerian people. even at the risk of losing his life and personal belongings during the dark days of the military junta.

“As he is celebrating 71st birthday, we wish him all the love and care in the world.

We also pray that God will give him wisdom, knowledge, sound health and good things that he will use to steer the ship of the country. And also to navigate Nigeria’s development to the desired place as he becomes Nigeria’s President from May 29, 2023″.

“On behalf of my darling wife, Ibijoke, and the good people of Lagos State, as well as leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I wish the nation’s President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, happy 71st birthday.” he concluded.