By Linus Aleke, Abuja
A group operating under the umbrella of Diplomatic Correspondents’ Association of Nigeria (DICAN), has celebrated the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Yussuf Tuggar, on the occasion of his 57th birthday anniversary.
In a statement signed by Chairman, Mr. Idehai Frederick, the association said that the minister has made immense contributions in securing crucial partnerships for Nigeria.
According to the statement, “The Minister of Foreign Affairs, played a key role in the conceptualization of the Siemens Power deal, which aimed to significantly expand Nigeria’s electricity grid capacity. He is also instrumental in attracting significant funding from German institutions for the Kano-Maradi rail line project”.
Mr. Idehai, said, the minister has had an impressive political career, serving the country in different capacities.
Noting that Tuggar, has held various notable positions in the country, the statement, recalled that he served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Germany between 2017 and 2023.
“Prior to that, he was a member of the Nigerian House of Representatives from 2007 to 2011, representing Gamawa federal constituency of Bauchi State. He also contested for the governorship of Bauchi State on two occasions,” the statement further recalled.
His father, a prominent figure himself, served as the Organizing Secretary of the Northern People’s Congress before and after Nigeria’s independence in 1960, and later became a Senator.
In conclusion, the association, wished the Minister a happy 57th birthday and many more fruitful years of service to fatherland and humanity.
