The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has celebrated its Vice Presidential Candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on his 70th birthday, commending his record in public service and his partnership with Peter Obi in the party’s presidential ticket.
The party’s national chairman, Senator Cleopas Moses, and its n̈ational leader, Senator Henry Dickson, separately congratulated the former Kano State governor, highlighting his political career and contributions to the NDC’s ambition of building a new Nigeria.
In a congratulatory message signed by Moses, the NDC described Kwankwaso as a symbol of courage, service and people-centred leadership, citing his tenure as governor of Kano State and his service as a senator and minister.
“At 70, you remain a towering symbol of courage, selfless service, progressive politics, and people-centred leadership,” the party said.
It added that Kwankwaso had demonstrated through his political career that public office could serve as an instrument for improving the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
The party also credited the former governor with bringing grassroots appeal, experience and commitment to the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, describing him as a dependable partner in its quest to build a country that works for all.
“As our Vice Presidential Candidate, you have brought uncommon energy, loyalty, capacity, and grassroots appeal to the Obi-Kwankwaso (OK) ticket. You are a dependable partner in our collective quest to rescue Nigeria and birth a New Nigeria that works for all,” the statement said.
Similarly, Dickson, in a birthday message titled “70 Salvos for His Excellency, Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso,” praised the celebrant’s record in public service, which includes serving as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, governor of Kano State and Minister of Defence.
The former Bayelsa State governor said Kwankwaso’s belief in Nigeria had inspired generations, adding that his membership of the NDC and partnership with Obi had strengthened confidence among supporters in the possibility of a different political future for the country.
“Your membership of our great party, Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, and partnership with His Excellency Peter Obi in the presidential race has drawn more of our people into believing in the possibility of a new Nigeria where everyone is safe, prosperous, and nobody is oppressed,” Dickson said.
He wished Kwankwaso good health, peace, joy and renewed strength as he marked the milestone, expressing hope that the years ahead would bring progress towards a better future for Nigerians.
The NDC chairman also prayed for continued good health, wisdom and strength for the former governor, urging that his years ahead would provide further opportunities for service to humanity and the country.
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