President Muhammadu Buhari has confirmed that Minister of State, Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, has displayed loyalty to his government since 2019 when he joined the Federal Cabinet.
The President did the confirmation in a statement today, March 27, congratulating the minister as he celebrates his 59th birthday, scheduled for tomorrow, March 28.
The President also recognized the brilliance and innovativeness of the the minister, who said had served the nation in many capacities.
“As the minister turns 59, President Buhari affirms 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.”
Buhari, in the statement by his spokesman, Femi Adesina, appreciated 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).
The President also acknowledged 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.