By Sanni Onogu, and Tony Akowe, Abuja

President Muhammadu Buhari, Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Saturday, felicitated the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, on the occasion of his 66th birthday.

President Muhammadu extolled the Boss Mustapha  for his dedication to nation building since his youthful days in the 1980s.

The President in a statement by his  media aide, Malam Garba Shehu, stated that the president noted the commitment of the SGF in ensuring fluidity of ideas, teamwork and harmony, and efficient transitions of policies into gains for Nigerians.

He also extolled him for being active in legal practice, politics and governance, with distinctions in every assignment.

He affirmed that Mustapha’s historic leadership roles like chairing the Presidential Task Force on Covid-19, would continue to stand him for recognitions.

President Buhari prayed for the wellbeing of Mustapha and his family.

Lawan in a statement by his Special Adviser (Media), Ola Awoniyi, in Abuja, described Mr Mustapha as an erudite lawyer, public administrator par excellence and amiable politician.

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“I share the joy of his friends and family members in rejoicing with the SGF, Mr Boss Mustapha, on this occasion of his birthday.

“Mr Boss Mustapha since assuming office in 2017 as the SGF has made his mark and can be proud of his enviable track record in the office.

“He has helped a great deal to build synergy between the Federal and state bureaucracies and promoted harmony among all the tiers of government.

“Mr Boss Mustapha won the admiration of many Nigerians especially by the way he efficiently coordinated the battle against the dreaded Coronavirus as the head of the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19.

“The SGF has also demonstrated his commitment to accountability and transparency in government procurement processes through the collaboration of his office with Open Government Partnership (OGP) initiative, an international outfit that promotes these values in governance.

“Mr Boss Mustapha is a loyal and committed member of our great party, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and has never waivered in deploying his energy towards effective and efficient coordination of the policies and activities of the Federal Government.

“I pray the Almighty God to grant him many more years with peace of mind and in good health,” Lawan said.

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has said the SGF remains one Nigerian who symbolises humility, commitment, and dedication.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, to mark his 66th birthday, the Speaker described Mustapha as a perfect gentleman and a core progressive who is committed to nation building.

Gbajabiamila also said Boss Mustapha has been able to stabilise government activities as the engine room of the executive arm.

“Boss Mustapha is one man that Nigeria and Nigerians should be proud of because of his sacrifice and dedication to the fatherland. Despite occupying one of the most tasking positions in the land, he remains calm and humble.

“Anyone that has been following his activities as the SGF since 2017 would attest to the excellent way he handles government business. To me, and to many of our citizens, Boss Mustapha is counted among patriotic Nigerians. I believe he should be celebrated,” Gbajabiamila said.

The Speaker prayed for many more years in good health for the SGF.