The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara has extolled the Senate President, Sen. Bukola Saraki on his 55th birthday. The Speaker who described Saraki as a courageous and patriotic senator stated that the Nigerian Senate under his leadership has been one that inspires hope for the citizens owing to his people-oriented disposition. The statement which was issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Turaki Hassan reads
“Since your emergence as the President of the Senate you have consistently demonstrated exceptional capacity, unwavering patriotism and abiding faith in the unity, peace and progress of Nigeria both in words and in action.”
“The Senate under your distinguished leadership has been one that inspires hope for the citizens owing to your people oriented disposition.
“Your sterling leadership mien is not unexpected, given your pedigree and antecedents as a former governor and Chairman of Nigerian Governors’ Forum. I am happy you brought those worthy qualities to bear in the discharge of your functions as the Senate President.
“As you mark this great day, I wish to, on behalf of the entire members of the House of Representatives, convey to you our hearty and warm felicitation on this auspicious occasion of your 55th birthday. May God Almighty continue to uphold you in good health, wisdom and excellence.”
