The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, GCON, has rejoiced with a former head of state, General Abdulsalam Abubakar, on his 84th birthday.
Precious Ibe
June 14, 2026
Speaker Abbas felicitates General Abdulsalam on 84th birthday
The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, GCON, has rejoiced with a former head of state, General Abdulsalam Abubakar, on his 84th birthday.
Speaker Abbas, in a congratulatory message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, in Abuja on Sunday, described General Abdulsalam as a hero and patriot who ensured a smooth transition to civil rule in 1999.
Recalling General Abdulsalam’s days as a military head of state, Speaker Abbas noted that immediately after he took over in June 1998 following the demise of ex-military leader, General Sani Abacha, he kick-started the process that saw Nigeria enjoy democracy for 27 unbroken years.
Even in retirement, the Speaker noted, General Abdulsalam has continued to serve Nigeria diligently with uncommon patriotism, emerging as a statesman and a shining light in the country.
The Speaker wished General Abdulsalam continuous sound health and protection from the Almighty Allah.
