President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has praised former Military President Ibrahim Babangida for his contributions to the defence of the territorial integrity, unity, and political and sociology-economic development of Nigeria.
Lawan gave the praise on Sunday on the occasion of the 79th birthday of Babangida which comes up on Monday, August 17, 2020.
He noted that the former president had remained passionate about Nigeria more than two decades after his exit from active public service.
Lawan urged the elder statesman to continue to avail those in leadership positions the benefits of his experience and wise counsel for the unity, stability and progress of the nation.
The Senate President wished the General many more years of good health and peace of mind.