Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has felicitated the immediate past minister of works and housing Babatunde Fashola on the occasion of his 60th birthday.
Fashola, who was governor of Lagos State from 2007 to 2015, clocked 60 on Wednesday.
In a congratulatory message issued on Tuesday by his media adviser Gboyega Akosile, Mr Sanwo-Olu described Fashola as a hero in Nigeria’s politics, who used his positions in different public offices to make positive impact in the lives of the people at the local, state and federal levels.
Sanwo-Olu was commissioner for establishments, training and pensions during Fashola’s administration in Lagos State.
Sanwo-Olu commended his former principal for serving passionately and contributing immeasurably to the growth and development of Lagos State.
The governor added that Fashola is a seasoned administrator and legal icon that is gifted with skills and knowledge to navigate the difficult political terrain for social change.
He said: “On behalf of my adorable wife, Ibijoke, the government and good people of Lagos State as well as leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I heartily congratulate one of my predecessors in office, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) on the occasion of his Diamond Jubilee birthday.
“Mr. Babatunde Fashola (SAN) is worth celebrating at 60 not only by the people of Lagos State but the whole of Nigeria because of the remarkable impact he has made in his legal profession, politics and governance for the benefit of the country.”
