President Buhari Greets Minister Of State, Budget & National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba At 59

President Muhammadu Buhari has joined family, friends and associates of Minister of State, Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, in celebrating his 59th birthday, March 28, 2023, recognizing the brilliance and innovativeness of the public officer, who had served the nation in many capacities.

President Buhari felicitated with Prince Agba for dedicating his life to service of God, country and humanity, leaving his well paid job at the private sector, to take up responsibilities as a Commissioner of Environment and Public Utilities and Ministry of Lands, Survey and Housing in Edo State, where he made an indelible mark including setting up the Edo Geographic Information Services (EGIS).

As the Minister turns 59, President Buhari affirmed the loyal and noble roles of Prince Agba as a member of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) since August, 2019, where he has supervised national planning, early budget submission to the National Assembly and strengthening the Department of Monitoring and Evaluation in order to effectively drive the National Monitoring and Evaluation process.

President Buhari noted the kindheartedness of the minister, who set up the The Clem Agba Foundation (TCAF) to cater for the needs of vulnerable members of society, with great impact on funding of education and health for many.

The President prayed that the Almighty God will uphold Prince Agba and his family.