A TRIBUTE OF HONOUR: Celebrating 60 Years of Leadership, Integrity, and Service
A TRIBUTE OF HONOUR: Celebrating 60 Years of Leadership, Integrity, and Service
To His Excellency, Senator, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal CFR ,
On the Auspicious Occasion of Your 60th Birthday
9th of January, 2026
Your Excellency,
As you stand at the threshold of six decades—a milestone etched with wisdom, resilience, and unwavering dedication—the people of Sokoto, Nigeria, and the global community pause to honour *a statesman of uncommon grace*. Your life is a testament to the power of service, a symphony of humility, vision, and transformative leadership.
*The Patriot’s Journey*
From the revered halls of traditional leadership as the *Matawallen Sokoto* to becoming the number 4 man as the *Speaker of House of Representative* *(2011 – 2015),* to the apex of political stewardship as *Governor of Sokoto State (2015–2023)* and now *Senator of the Federal Republic*, your career has been a blueprint for selfless governance.
Rising to become the number 4 man out of 250 million people
Aminu Tambuwal made history as the speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives from 2011 to 2015. Known as the “Consensus Builder,” you prioritized national interest over party loyalty, making the House *independent of the executive*—a rarity in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic. His leadership emphasized transparency, accountability, and welfare-driven governance. Notable achievements include pushing for constitutional reforms, boosting legislative autonomy, and standing firm against impeachment attempts, among others.
As Governor of Sokoto state, you inherited a state beset by challenges, yet through *Tambuwal’s Renewal Agenda*, you turned adversity into triumph:
*Restored dignity to infrastructure*: Roads, schools, healthcare—once crumbling, now beacons of hope.
*Empowered the youth*: Skills, jobs, scholarships—a legacy that outlives seasons.
*Defended the vulnerable*: Women uplifted, farmers supported, peace secured.
*Upheld transparency*: A government without shadows, accountable to the people.
The Leader of Unity
In a nation fractured by division, you modelled *bridge-building*:
*Interfaith harmony*: A Muslim leader who champions coexistence, not conflict.
– *Political courage*: Standing firm against tides, yet listening to every voice.
*Mentorship*: Nurturing tomorrow’s leaders with no agenda but progress.
The Man of Faith & Principle
Your grounding in *integrity* remains unshaken. No scandals, no shortcuts. Even as tides of temptation swirled, you chose *character over convenience*. The Quran in your heart, compassion in your hands, you prove that *true power is service*.
To the Family, the People, the Future
On this diamond jubilee of life:
*To Sokoto*: Your work is a promise _half-fulfilled_. Keep pushing.
*To Nigeria*: You are a reminder that *good governance is possible*.
– *To yourself*: Rest in the knowledge that *your labour is not in vain*.
*Prayer & Pledge*
May Almighty ALLAH bless you with more years of strength, clarity, and impact.
We, your people, pledge:
– To cherish your example.
– To defend your ideals.
– To build on your foundation.
Happy 60th Birthday, *Your Excellency*.
The best is yet to come.
*With profound respect from your friend,*
Yemi Arokodare
Akere Super
