Tinubu Felicitates NEDC Chair, Retired Gen Paul Tarfa, At 85

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated Major-General Paul Tarfa (rtd), Chairman of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), as he marked his 85th birthday. In a statement, Tinubu lauded Tarfa as a distinguished soldier, patriot, and elder statesman whose life embodies honor, discipline, and courage.

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Today, I join family, friends, and associates in celebrating Major-General Paul Chabri Tarfa (rtd), a distinguished soldier, patriot, and elder statesman, as you mark your 85th birthday.

The President highlighted Tarfa's unwavering commitment to Nigeria's unity, peace, and progress throughout his military career and in his current role. "Your life has been defined by honour, discipline, courage, and commitment to the service of our great nation," Tinubu stated.

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Your life has been defined by honour, discipline, courage, and commitment to the service of our great nation. Throughout your illustrious military career and in retirement, you remained steadfast in devotion to Nigeria’s unity, peace, and progress.

Tinubu specifically commended Tarfa's leadership at the NEDC, noting his experience and strategic insight in supporting the reconstruction and development of communities affected by insurgency. "My dear General, as Chairman of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), you continue to exemplify purposeful leadership," the President remarked.

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My dear General, as Chairman of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), you continue to exemplify purposeful leadership, bringing to bear your vast experience and strategic insight in supporting the reconstruction, rehabilitation, and sustainable development of communities devastated by years of insurgency.

Expressing personal admiration, Tinubu praised Tarfa's calm disposition, sound judgment, and selfless approach to national service, qualities that have earned him widespread respect and made him a mentor to younger leaders. The President concluded by saluting Tarfa's lifetime of sacrifice and patriotism, praying for his continued health and fulfillment in service to the country and humanity.

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I have always admired your calm disposition, sound judgment, and selfless approach to national service. These enduring qualities have earned you the respect of generations of Nigerians and have made you a worthy mentor to younger leaders across the country.