President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the Minister of Environment, Hassan Abdullahi as he marks his 55th birthday.
In a congratulatory message by his media aide, Chief Femi Adesina on Thursday in Abuja, the President rejoiced with the minister for many years of lofty achievements, especially in public service.
President Buhari affirmed the loyalty, diligence, and sincerity of purpose of the former Minister of State, Science and Technology, “who brings his best to every responsibility and leaves an aftertaste of excellence in service, particularly in leadership”.
The President noted the contributions of Abdullahi to national development since joining the Federal Executive Council in 2019 and the strides recorded in the local and global environmental issues.
He also lauded him for making policies of the administration to be felt at the grassroots, like the Ogoni Clean-up exercise in Niger Delta, tackling of erosions, updating on Environmental Impact Assessments, and the Clean Energy Initiative.
President Buhari commended the foresight and leadership of the minister in ensuring sustainability, restoration, and protection of the environment, and his personal efforts in promoting youth involvement in governance through home-grown initiatives in Nasarawa State.
The President saluted the minister’s courage in successful legal practice for many years, before opting to serve the country in governance.
President Buhari prayed that the Almighty God would keep and protect the minister and his family.
