The Director General of APC Professionals Council, Hon. Seyi Bamigbade has congratulated a former governor of Lagos State, Akinwumi Ambode at the occasion of his 60th birthday.
The former governor marked his 60th birthday on Wednesday, June 14.
Bamigbade in a congratulatory message described Ambode as a seasoned administrator, who contributed his knowledge and expertise to the growth of the public service in Lagos State.
He said that Ambode had contributed immensely as a former Accountant-General, as well as ex-governor to the growth and development of Lagos state in different capacities, especially in the finance sector.
According to Hon. Bamigbade, the former governor’s contributions to the development of Lagos State will remain indelible.
He said, “On behalf of the board of the Council, I congratulate an amiable leader and a fine gentleman whose commitment for a greater Lagos is contagious.
“No doubt a fine gentleman and a trans-generational leader, His Excellency former governor Ambode is a dedicated nationalist who has built bridges of peace and unity across the ethnic divides through creation of opportunity for people of all ethnic nationalities to live and thrive in Lagos.
”As Council Treasurer, Auditor General for Local Government, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance and Accountant-General of Lagos state, he displayed a high level of integrity, dedication and professionalism to service in the public sector.”
While applauding Ambode for remaining dedicated to the ideals of the party, APC Hon. Bamigbade noted that Ambode’s technical and administrative expertise will be needed for greater national services.
He prayed God to bless the former Governor with good health and divine wisdom as he witnesses a new year in his life.
