President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with former Military Governor of Kano State (1975–1978) and Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Zimbabwe (1984-1986), Col. Sani Bello (Rtd), on his 78th birthday.
He congratulated Bello on his distinguished service to the nation, both in public and private sectors, presidential spokesman Garba Shehu said in a statement on Thursday.
“President Buhari joins family members, friends and associates of the retired military officer in celebrating the milestone, signposted with a long, meritorious service in the army, which saw him heading many command positions and playing a pivotal role in the development of the country, particularly in old Kano State.
“As the former High Commissioner to Zimbabwe turns 78, the President notes, with commendation, his contributions to the growth of sports, and the legacy contributions of the Sani Bello Foundation in ameliorating poverty in the country, with a focus on the most vulnerable members of the society.
“President Buhari congratulates Col. Bello for his entrepreneurial initiative, which has created career opportunities for many young Nigerians, and skills that have been acquired in oil and gas, construction and telecommunications,” the statement said.
