Tinubu congratulates former Lagos governor Fashola on his birthday

President Bola Tinubu has sent warm felicitations to Babatunde Raji Fashola, former governor of Lagos State and ex-minister of Works, Power and Housing, as he celebrates his birthday on Sunday, June 28.

The President highlights Fashola’s remarkable contributions to public service, governance, and national development.

President Tinubu described the former governor as an outstanding administrator, accomplished legal practitioner, and patriotic Nigerian whose exemplary leadership has left an enduring legacy across the country, particularly in Lagos State.

The President also noted Fashola’s unwavering loyalty to the ideals of progressive good governance, integrity in public office, intellectual depth, and steadfast commitment to nation-building.

The President recalled, with pride, Fashola’s distinguished tenure as his Chief of Staff between 2003 and 2006 and Governor of Lagos State from 2007 to 2015, during which he consolidated on the gains of progressive governance through landmark reforms in infrastructure, transportation, security, education, healthcare, environmental management, and public sector administration.

President Tinubu remarked: “Fashola’s commitment to excellence, which helped to transform Lagos into a model of innovation and sustainable urban development, will continue to signpost him as an outstanding governor and leader.

“We must also commend his dedicated service in the Federal cabinet between 2015 and 2023, when he took charge of critical ministries of Works, Power and Housing.

“As former governor Fashola celebrates another year, I wish him well. I pray that Almighty Allah will grant him many more years in good health, wisdom, strength, and fulfilment as he continues to contribute to the growth, unity, and prosperity of our nation.”