President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on his 65th birthday, praising his integrity, patriotism, and long-standing contributions to national development.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Ribadu as “a principled reformer, an accomplished security professional, and a steadfast defender of Nigeria.”
Tinubu commended Ribadu’s decades of public service, noting that his “exceptional integrity and lifelong devotion to public service” have left a lasting impact on Nigeria’s governance and security institutions.
The President also recalled Ribadu’s tenure as the pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), where he said Ribadu “championed accountability and strengthened the nation’s anti-corruption framework.”
Highlighting their long personal relationship, President Tinubu said: “Since we struck a close relationship over 15 years ago, I have come to acknowledge and appreciate Nuhu’s honesty, forthrightness, and camaraderie.”
He added that Ribadu has remained a valuable member of his administration. “As a prominent member of our Renewed Hope Agenda team, I have found Nuhu to be a patriotic, loyal, and candid individual,” he said.
Offering prayers for the NSA, the President stated: “As Nuhu turns 65 today, I fervently pray that Almighty Allah will grant him good health and greater wisdom to continue serving our beloved country.”
