Tinubu felicitates former Katsina governor Shema at 68

By Kunle Sanni –

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Governor of Katsina State, Ibrahim Shehu Shema, on his 68th birthday, commending his contributions to governance and national development.

In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Shema as a visionary leader whose legacy of financial discipline and statesmanship remains a point of reference in the country.

Tinubu praised the former governor for his investments in infrastructure and human capital development during his tenure, highlighting projects such as new secondary schools, girl-child primary schools, Almajiri model schools, ICT and business institutes, clinics, and a 250-bed specialist hospital.

The President also congratulated Shema on his current role as Chairman of the Governing Board of the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA), commending his patriotism and dedication to public service.

He prayed for Shema’s continued good health and many more years of impactful service.