Tinubu Celebrates Kwankwaso's 70th Birthday Amid Politics

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, congratulated former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso on his 70th birthday, emphasizing that their political differences will not impact their personal relationship. In a birthday message issued on Wednesday, Tinubu reflected on their longstanding friendship dating back to their time in the National Assembly in 1992 and their shared experience as governors elected in 1999.

He recognized Kwankwaso's significant contributions to Kano State and Nigeria, including his two terms as governor, his role as Minister of Defence, and his tenure in the Senate. Tinubu noted their political paths diverged due to different choices but reunited in 2013 to form the All Progressives Congress (APC).

He expressed that their membership in different political parties and competing in the January 2027 election would not diminish his affection for Kwankwaso. Tinubu wished him good health and continued participation in Nigeria's democratic process.

Kwankwaso is currently the vice-presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress.