Ex-SGF Boss Mustapha Inspires Youths, Tasks Them On Personal Devt
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has encouraged youths to be diligent in utilizing advantages for their personal growth.
Addressing a Grand Civic Reception arranged by the Hoba Elders Forum in honour of him and his predecessor, Babachir Lawal, both of whom served as SGF alternately during the eight years of the Muhammadu Buhari administration, he advised youths not to dwell on their current disadvantages.
He recalled how he grew from the modest background of son of a local headmaster to becoming the country’s SGF, and told youths that with hard work, they could more easily achieve their destiny than they think.
He said: “Do not think that the level of your father or where you hail from will determine your level in life. If the son of a headmaster (like me) would become administratively the number three man after the president and vice president, you can as well aspire to be president of Nigeria. Seek opportunities and work tenaciously.”
Welcoming guests to the ceremony, acting chairman of the Hoba Elders Forum, Alheri Nyako, said the Grand Civic Reception for Boss Mustapha and Babachir Lawal, was a demonstration of how the Hoba people cherish the record of having produced the two SGFs who held office under President Muhammadu Buhari.
In a goodwill message to the ocassion, the Lamido of Adamawa, Muhammadu Barkindo Mustafa said the Adamawa Emirate is proud of both Boss Mustapha and Babachir Lawal, adding, “It is unprecedented that a state, let alone a local government area, would produce two secretaries to the federal government in a continuous stretch.”
The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, who also graced the event, described Boss Mustapha as a valuable member of the Buhari cabinet who worked far and above the demands of his office.
Mamman Tahir, the national vice chairman (northeast) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) when Boss Mustapha was the SGF, said Boss Mustapha was a critical stabilising force when the APC was in crisis.
Boss Mustapha in his newly adorned traditional wear during the event at his birthplace place, Hong, at the weekend.
A section of the crowd at the ceremony.
