‘My friend and associate’ — Tinubu celebrates Osinbajo on 68th birthday

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on his 68th birthday.
In a statement on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, his special adviser on information and strategy, Tinubu praised Osinbajo’s contributions to governance and their long standing relationship.
The president acknowledged Osinbajo’s role in delivering key infrastructural projects while serving as vice-president under former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Tinubu recalled Osinbajo’s time as acting president during Buhari’s medical leave, describing him as a capable leader who proved his abilities in office.
“Professor Yemi Osinbajo will always remain my friend and associate. He served our country meritoriously as Vice President to that patriotic leader, President Muhammadu Buhari,” Tinubu was quoted as saying.
“He made all of us in the All Progressives Congress proud by working collaboratively and harmoniously with the president without rancour.”
The president also highlighted Osinbajo’s contributions to judicial and political reforms during his tenure as attorney-general in Lagos state when Tinubu was governor.
Although they both contested for the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential ticket in 2023, Tinubu said Osinbajo exercised his “democratic right and freedom” in the race.
He wished the former vice-president good health and continued success in the years ahead.