Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has sent warm birthday wishes to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, describing him as a man of “intellect, courage, and uncommon sagacity.”
Atiku, in a message shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, praised El-Rufai’s leadership qualities and resilience in the face of what he described as political challenges.
In his post, Atiku wrote: “Happy Birthday to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, @elrufai. A man of intellect, courage, and uncommon sagacity.
“Even amid the present political persecution and needless distractions, his record of service and clarity of thought and purpose remain undeniable.
“I wish him strength, peace, and Allah’s guidance in the years ahead.”
The former vice president noted that despite what he termed “needless distractions,” El-Rufai’s contributions to public service and governance remain significant and worthy of recognition.