PRESIDENT TINUBU FELICITATES EX-DEFENCE MINISTER, MOHAMMED BADARU ABUBAKAR ON BIRTHDAY

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates former Governor of Jigawa State and erstwhile Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, on his birthday.

President Tinubu joins family, friends, and associates in celebrating a consummate administrator, successful industrialist, and dedicated statesman.

The President recalls with appreciation Alhaji Badaru’s meritorious service to the nation as Governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023, where he distinguished himself through transformative interventions in agriculture, infrastructure, and social development, and as Minister of Defence from August 2023 to December 2025, where he served with patriotism and commitment to the nation.

President Tinubu describes Badaru, the Sardaunan Ringim, as an embodiment of humility, discipline and enterprise, who transitioned his success as founder of the Talamiz Group into impactful public service.

The President commends his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress, including his current role as the Director-General of the Arewa for Asiwaju (A4A) campaign group.

President Tinubu prays that Almighty Allah will grant the former Governor many more years in good health, renewed strength, and continued service to the nation.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
September 29, 2026