By Gloria Ikibah
The Speaker House of Representatives Rep. Tajudeen Abbas, has congratulated the Governor of Niger State, Hon. Umar Mohammed Bago, on his 51st birthday, saying the governor is a blessing to his people.
In a statement by Speaker Abbas, he commended Governor Bago who is also called the ‘Farmer Governor’ for revolutionising agriculture in Niger State, noted that the impact of the reforms is being felt across Nigeria.
The Speaker specifically hailed Governor Bago for prioritising food production at a time the country is making efforts to diversify the economy from oil.
Speaker Abbas said Governor Bago excelled as a member of the House of Representatives and is presently one of the best performing governors in the country.
He wished Governor Bago many more years on earth, in service to this fatherland, and prayed to Allah to grant him good health and wisdom to continue to manage the affairs of Niger State.