President Tinubu Felicitates Hadiza Bala-Usman on Her 50th Birthday

ByMoses Alamu20 hours Ago1 Mins read49

President Bola Tinubu has felicitated Hadiza Bala-Usman, former Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and current Special Adviser on Policy Coordination and Head of the Central Results Delivery Coordination Unit (CRDCU), on her 50th birthday, celebrated on 2 January 2026.

In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described Bala-Usman as a “dedicated patriot” whose distinguished public career exemplifies service, sacrifice, and commitment to national development.

“Her nearly three decades in public service offer enduring lessons in diligence and purpose-driven leadership,” the President said, recalling her early work at the Bureau of Public Enterprises, where she demonstrated exceptional clarity of vision and a deep understanding of structural reforms necessary to drive economic growth.

President Tinubu also highlighted her leadership and notable achievements at the Abuja Enterprise Agency and the Nigerian Ports Authority, noting that she broke barriers, raised standards, and strengthened accountability in public administration.

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He further commended her political contributions, particularly her role in party organisation and institutional development within the All Progressives Congress (APC), which, he said, helped entrench internal processes, organisational effectiveness, and democratic values.

“In her current role as Special Adviser and Head of the CRDCU, Hadiza continues to distinguish herself as an astute public administrator through discipline, clear thinking, and a firm focus on results. Her efforts have strengthened the governance framework, evidence-based performance, and enhanced the realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda,” the statement added.

Hadiza Bala-Usman was appointed by President Tinubu in June 2023 to her current position, which oversees alignment of government priorities, performance tracking across ministries, and delivery of key national objectives. The President prayed for her continued strength, wisdom, health, and grace, describing her as an inspiration to women, young people, and emerging leaders across Nigeria.