From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his 65th birthday, hailing the former Abia State governor’s unwavering patriotism and transformative impact on Nigeria’s political and economic landscape.
In a statement marking the milestone, issued by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extolled the former Majority Whip’s unwavering patriotism, recalling decades of collaboration marked by mutual respect, even with political differences.
He reflected on their enduring friendship, rooted in their days as members of the “Class of ‘99” governors. Tinubu lauded Kalu’s entrepreneurial spirit, as epitomised in his establishment of Slok Holding and investments in banking and the media, ventures that have created hundreds of jobs.
The President singled out Kalu’s role as founder of SLOK Holding, a multinational conglomerate with subsidiaries and investments across Africa, Europe, and the United States and investments in banking and the media, ventures that have created hundreds of jobs.
“Senator Kalu, my friend, is a patriot whose life embodies resilience, generosity, and the transformative power of visionary leadership. On this milestone, I celebrate his contributions to our nation’s economic and political tapestry,” President Tinubu said.
Concluding his tribute, Tinubu prayed, “May God Almighty grant Senator Kalu renewed strength, wisdom, and many more years of impactful service to Nigeria and humanity.”