Sanwo-Olu Extols Abiru’s Visionary Leadership On 60th Birthday

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has joined well-wishers in celebrating Senator Adetokunbo Abiru, Chairman of the Southern Senators and member representing Lagos East Senatorial District, on the occasion of his 60th birthday.

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In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu lauded Senator Abiru as a seasoned banker, administrator, and lawmaker, whose various positions have contributed to the progress of Lagos State and Nigeria as a whole.

“On behalf of my darling wife, Ibijoke, the government, and the people of Lagos State, as well as leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress, I congratulate Senator Tokunbo Abiru on his Diamond Jubilee celebration,” the Governor said.

Sanwo-Olu highlighted Abiru’s exceptional leadership in the banking sector, where he served as the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank Limited before transitioning to the Nigerian Senate.

“Senator Abiru has displayed excellent leadership in the banking sector,” the governor stated. “He showed leadership during his tenure as the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank Limited before he left the bank to become the Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

Reflecting on Abiru’s tenure as Commissioner for Finance in Lagos State between 2011 and 2013, Sanwo-Olu commended the positive reforms he brought to the Ministry of Finance, further solidifying his reputation as a visionary leader.

“As Commissioner for Finance in Lagos State, Senator Abiru brought many positive reforms to the Ministry of Finance in the State,” the Governor affirmed.

In the legislative arena, Sanwo-Olu praised Abiru’s contributions to the Senate, emphasizing the pragmatic and visionary nature of his inputs towards national growth.

“As Senator, Abiru has contributed immensely to the legislative business in the Red Chamber. His inputs to national growth, especially on the floor of the Senate, are a pragmatic testament to his visionary leadership,” the governor stated.

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As Senator Abiru celebrates his 60th birthday milestone, Governor Sanwo-Olu extends heartfelt prayers for continued good health and strength, enabling the lawmaker to render more service to humanity, Lagos State, and Nigeria.

The governor’s tribute to Senator Abiru underscores the lawmaker’s multifaceted impact across various sectors, from banking to governance and legislative affairs, solidifying his reputation as a visionary leader committed to the progress of Lagos State and the nation at large.

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