News Investigators/ Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the former Inspector-General of Police, Alhaji Musiliu Smith (rtd), on his 80th birthday, describing him as a visionary and respected elder statesman.
In a congratulatory statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu described the former IGP, who clocks 80 on Friday, April 29, as an epitome of dedication and selflessness in public service.
“On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Lagos State, I congratulate the former Inspector-General of Police, Musiliu Smith, on the occasion of his 80th birthday.
“It is with great delight that I join Mr Smith’s family, friends and associates to celebrate his 80th birthday.
“As Inspector-General of Police, he discharged his duties with the utmost professionalism, competence and dedication, leaving the Nigerian Police with impeccable track records.
“He is an epitome of dedication and selflessness in public service.
“As Musiliu Smith joins the Octogenarian Club, it is my prayer that the Almighty God will continue to bestow on him good health, wisdom and knowledge.
“He will witness many more fruitful years to render continuous service to humanity, Lagos and our dear country, Nigeria,”he said.
The governor commended Mr Smith’s contribution to the security of lives and properties across the country during his tenure as Inspector-General of Police.
He noted that Smith discharged his duties with utmost professionalism, competence and dedication, leaving the Nigerian Police with impeccable track records.
“Mr Smith is worthy ambassador, a patriot and an extraordinary Nigerian who deserves to be celebrated as he reaches the advanced age of 80 for the impactful and purposeful life that he has lived.”
Mr Sanwo-Olu prayed that God would bestow on the octogenarian good health, wisdom and knowledge to render continuous service to humanity, Lagos and Nigeria.
NAN
