President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his longtime confidant, Chief Bisi Akande, on his 85th birthday anniversary on January 15, 2024.
Chief Akande was the first interim National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC)and the governor of Osun State from 1999 to 2003
Recalling Baba Akande’s remarkable leadership journey and selfless devotion to Nigeria, President Tinubu praised Baba Akande’s defining values of integrity, loyalty, truth, and justice in a statement released on Monday by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale.
“Baba was a principal actor in the founding of our great party, the All Progressives’ Congress. He has always been a progressive; always noble and disciplined in thoughts and actions, as well as given to rational and enlightened ideals. He is a cherished friend and confidant, ever so generous with his wise counsel. I celebrate him,” the President said.
President Tinubu wished Baba many more years in good health and strength and thanks him for his unfailing support and sacrifice over the years and now.