Delegation of Bura Women Development Association
(BUWDA) led by the acting president Mrs. Ladu Chimwasu
Gali at the celebrant’s Maitama residence, Abuja, that
presented Dr. Usman Roll-up banner to rejoice with him on
the occasion of his 83rd birthday anniversary celebration.
L-R Mrs Rejoice Rufus Ngada-Treasurer, Mrs. Hassana
Gana Dibal-Adviser, Mrs Ladu Chimwasu Gali-Acting
President, Dr. Bukar Usman-Celebrant, Mrs. Shern Arhyel
Tbrahim-Welfare Officer and Mrs. Violet Haman Ndahi-
Publicity Secretary. (picture December 14, 2025).
By Felicia Imohimi
Bura Women Development Association (BUWDA) has presented a roll-up banner to Dr Bukar Usman, as part of activities to commemorate his 83rd birthday.
Bukar Usman born in 1942 in Biu, Borno State, was a former Permanent Secretary in the Presidency, current President of the Nigerian Folklore Society (NFS) and President of Dr Bukar Usman Foundation.
Mrs. Ladu Gali, Acting President of BUWDA making the presentation in Abuja commended Usman for his commitment in ameliorating the plight of the vulnerable in the society and contributing to upholding the rich culture of Bura land.
The inscriptions on the roll-up banner read: “Dear Dr. Bukar Usman. Grand Happy Birthday to You Sir, our Father, Uncle and Mentor, A man of integrity.
“You’re God’s gift to Bura land. A God fearing and absolute amazing personality. An exemplary leader, dogged and dependable, caring and compassionate.
“As you mark this special Birthday, may it come with every ramification of God’s blessings that your heart ever yearned for.
“May the Almighty grant you good health and peace of mind and desires of your heart as you age in God’s abundant grace, Amen”
Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Usman appreciated the BUWDA delegation for their kind gesture and sacrifice to rejoice with him.
Usman expressed gratitude to God Almighty for sparing his life to date and God’s blessings upon his life and entire family.
He urged his age mates to be grateful to God for His blessings in sparing their lives to date in spite the highly challenging world.
He emphasised that they need more of God’s blessings in upcoming days, months and years He may have destined for them.
Usman prayed for God’s abundant blessings upon the younger generation.
According to him, the world is growing more and more into a global village and the influences both good and bad from immediate environment and elsewhere may prove to be very formidable.
He says”It is the basic responsibility of the government to tackle some of the issues affecting security and welfare of the people.
“I appeal to government to prioritise the welfare and security of the population and ensure inclusive development in the country,”.
Amb. Abdullahi Shehu, in his tribute identified the day as another milestone in over eight decades of his living.
“83 is remarkable because he has attained the rare and enviable age of 83.
“I join you, your family and loved ones in giving gratitude to Almighty Allah for His mercies on you and your family.
“As a leader in public service, you have made an indelible mark on public service and security management especially, in Nigeria and your name has been written on the sands of history.
“As our mentor, we cannot thank you enough for your tutelage. May Allah continue to favour you with long life in good health and sound mind,”
NAN reports that among others who celebrated with him were members of his family both within and in diaspora, friends and well wishers including corporate organisations. (NAN)
