You’re beacon of entrepreneurial excellence, Tinubu hails Folawiyo at 65
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Yinka Folawiyo Group, Tijani Folawiyo, on his 65th birthday.
In a personal tribute on Sunday, Mr Tinubu hailed Folawiyo as “a beacon of Nigeria’s entrepreneurial excellence and a steadfast advocate for national progress.”
Celebrating Mr Folawiyo’s career, Mr Tinubu highlighted his role in advancing Nigeria’s economic landscape and creating jobs through investments in energy, manufacturing and digital infrastructure sectors.
He commended Mr Folawiyo’s leadership and service on the boards of institutions such as MTN Nigeria, Access Bank Plc, Ecobank Mali, and Coronation Bank.
“Through these roles, Folawiyo has been instrumental in attracting private capital into Nigeria, while empowering countless Nigerians with opportunities to develop skills and excel in a globally competitive economy,” said Mr Tinubu
Mr Tinubu prayed for his continued health, strength and success, wishing him many more years of purposeful living serving Nigeria and humanity.
(NAN)
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