PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES ATIKU BAGUDU ON HIS BIRTHDAY

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, on his birthday on December 26.

The President commends the Minister for his years of dedication to public service and nation-building.

As a Senator representing Kebbi Central from 2009 to 2015, Bagudu contributed significantly to policy development, particularly in budgeting and economic
planning.

As a two-term Governor of Kebbi State, he oversaw the state’s agricultural transformation, industrialisation, and revenue mobilisation, positioning Kebbi as a model for economic growth and development in the North-West.

President Tinubu remarked: “Senator Bagudu is a worthy associate who proved his mettle as Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum.

“His hard work, dedication, and invaluable contributions as a member of our Renewed Hope Agenda Team, where he serves as Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, are remarkable,” the President added.

President Tinubu wished Senator Bagudu many more years of good health and continued impact.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
26th December 2025