Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has saluted his deputy, Comrade Yakubu Garba, on his 50th birthday.
The governor, in a birthday message, described the celebrant as a generous, humble, loyal, and dependable ally.
In a statement made available to newsmen by his Chief Press Secretary, Mal Bologi Ibrahim, the governor observed that his deputy has been dedicated and committed to their shared vision for a New Niger.
Bago appreciated the existing harmonious relationship between them and the sacrifices of his deputy for the total transformation of the state.
He assured the celebrant of his unflinching support as they moved on with the task of rebuilding the state.
He also prayed that God would guide and protect his deputy, grant him good health, and give him more wisdom to continue to deliver selfless service to the people.