President of the ninth senate, Dr Ahmad Lawan, has commended Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe for his significant strides in education, agriculture, healthcare and infrastructure development.

Lawan, in a birthday message to Buni, on Sunday by his Media Adviser, Dr.Ezera Tabiowo also commended Buni for improving quality of life of Yobe residents through his visionary leadership and strategic approach to governance.

Lawan,who represents Yobe- North Senatorial District in the National Assembly said Buni’s passion for transparency and due process earned Yobe the World Bank’s overall Top Performer Award on State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (SFTAS) in Nigeria.

“Your Excellency, I celebrate your 56th birthday anniversary with great joy and admiration. Over the years, you have shown exceptional leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the progress and development of our beloved country; and our dear tate, Yobe , in particular.

“Under your guidance as governor, we have witnessed significant improvements in various sectors, including infrastructure, healthcare, education, and agriculture.

“Your visionary leadership and strategic approach have paved the way for a brighter future for all our people.

“Your purposeful leadership on the other hand, has kept our party at the state level – the All Progressives Congress (APC) – united and even stronger.

“As a prudent manager of resources, your diligence as an astute administrator earned Yobe the World Bank’s overall Top Performer Award on State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (SFTAS) in Nigeria.

” By implication, your incredible leadership positioned our dear state as a trailblazer in due process and transparency, when it comes to the conduct of government business and application of public funds.

“As we mark the special occasion of your birthday celebration today, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to You. You have not only demonstrated excellent leadership but also inspired us all to strive for excellence and contribute to the betterment of our dear state.

“We are grateful for your selfless service and look forward to many more years of outstanding leadership.

“I wish you continued success, good health, and prosperity. Thank you for your dedication to the people of our great state.”