Tinubu congratulates Aliko Dangote at 67, greets Ayo Adebanjo on 97th birthday, celebrates Oba Elegushi at 48

President Bola Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of the Dangote Group, on the occasion of his 67 birthday on April 10, 2024.

The President, in a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, joined the family and friends of Dangote to celebrate the founder of the largest industrial conglomerate in West Africa and one of Africa’s business lodestars.

Referencing the many industrial feats of the business colossus, President Tinubu extolled Dangote’s famed dauntless and inventive spirit, as well as his facility for excellence in any venture.

“The President commends the Chairman of the Dangote Group for his interventions and support for Nigeria’s young entrepreneurs, describing him as one of the industrialists who have kept the country on the global map as a haven for enterprise.

“As Alhaji Dangote marks this birthday, the President wishes him many more prosperous years in his storied endeavours in Nigeria, Africa, and the world,” Ngelale said.

The President has also commended Chief Ayo Adebanjo for his decades of spirited advocacy for a united and equitable Nigeria, as well as for contributions to enriching the national discourse.

According to Ngelale, “President Tinubu wishes Pa Adebanjo a happy birthday and prays to God Almighty to grant him many more years in excellent health.”

The President has equally warmly congratulated Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi (Kusenla III) on the occasion of his birthday.

The President joined members of the Elegushi family, friends, well-wishers, and the people of Ikate kingdom in wishing Kabiyesi more years of good health on the throne and purposeful leadership to his people.

“The President commends Oba Elegushi for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of his people since his coronation in 2010, and for building constructive relationships across the country that have helped to create a formidable network of support for government programmes and initiatives.

“The President prays for God’s unceasing guidance and protection on the Royal Father as he further advances his services to his community and the nation,” Ngelale said.