Abuja – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended warm birthday greetings to Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, on his 65th birthday on November 21, 2025. In a statement, the President described Ribadu as a principled reformer, an accomplished security professional and a steadfast defender of Nigeria.
President Tinubu praised Ribadu’s exceptional integrity and lifelong devotion to public service, noting that his contributions have left enduring marks on Nigeria’s governance and security institutions. He recalled Ribadu’s pioneering leadership at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, where he championed accountability and strengthened the nation’s anti‑corruption framework.
“Since we struck a close relationship over 15 years ago, I have come to acknowledge and appreciate Nuhu’s honesty, forthrightness and camaraderie,” the President said. “As a prominent member of our Renewed Hope Agenda team, I have found Nuhu to be a patriotic, loyal, and candid individual. As Nuhu turns 65 today, I fervently pray that Almighty Allah will grant him good health and greater wisdom to continue serving our beloved country,” he added.
The President’s message highlighted Ribadu’s role as a key figure in the administration’s security agenda and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the values of integrity and service embodied by the National Security Adviser.
