.Describes him as distinguished soldier, patriot, elder statesmanDeji Elumoye in AbujaPresident Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tributes to the Chairman of the North East Development Commission (NEDC), Major-General Paul Tarfa (rtd) as he clocked 85. The President, in a six-paragraph statement issued on Wednesday described the retired two-star General as a distinguished soldier, patriot, and elder statesman devoted toNigeria’s unity, peace, and progress. Tinubu, in the tribute stated, inter alia: “Today, I join family, friends, and associates in celebrating Major-General Paul Chabri Tarfa (rtd), a distinguished soldier, patriot, and elder statesman, as you mark your 85th birthday. “Your life has been defined by honour, discipline, courage, and commitment to the service of our great nation. Throughout your illustrious military career and in retirement, you remained steadfast in devotion to Nigeria’s unity, peace, and progress.