News Investigator/ Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has congratulated the former governor and elder statesman, Sen. Ibrahim Shekarau, on the occasion of his 71st birthday.
This is contained in a congratulatory message issued by the Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Sanusi Bature, on Friday in Kano.
The governor described Shekarau as a prominent leader whose contributions to public service and the development of Kano State remain noteworthy.
Mr Yusuf acknowledged the former governor’s longstanding commitment to education, public administration, politics and community development.
“His years of service have earned him a significant place in the political and social history of Kano State,” he said
He particularly recognised Shekarau’s background as an educationist and his dedication to the teaching profession before venturing into public administration, where he served as Permanent Secretary in Civil Service of Kano State.
“He subsequently emerged as governor of Kano State for two consecutive terms between 2003 and 2011, Minister and a Senator of the Federal Republic,” he said
He described the former governor’s experience in leadership and governance as an important contribution to the state’s democratic development.
Mr Yusuf added that the wisdom and experience of elder statesmen remain valuable in building a peaceful, united and progressive Kano.
He further noted that birthdays provide an opportunity to reflect on the lives and contributions of individuals who have served their communities and society, while encouraging continued commitment to peace, unity and the collective advancement of the state.
Mr Yusuf prayed Almighty Allah to grant Malam Shekarau continued good health, long life, renewed strength and wisdom to sustain his contributions to the development of Kano State and Nigeria.
The governor also wished Sen. Shekarau more years of happiness, peace and fulfilment in the service of humanity.
NAN