Tinubu Greets Obi of Onitsha at 85

President Bola Tinubu has extended birthday wishes to the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, as he celebrated his 85th birthday. In a statement released by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu lauded the foremost traditional ruler in the South-East.

Tinubu described Igwe Achebe as a symbol of unity, grace, and integrity. He noted the monarch's extensive corporate background, including service as a director at Shell Petroleum Company in Nigeria and various Shell companies internationally, before ascending the throne.

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Tinubu, in a release issued on Sunday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, hailed the foremost traditional ruler in the South-East, corporate leader, oil and gas expert, and boardroom guru, describing him as a symbol of unity, grace, and integrity.

The President commended Igwe Achebe for his significant efforts in peace-building, youth empowerment, and socio-economic development within his domain and beyond. Tinubu specifically acknowledged the monarch's role in fostering national cohesion and acting as a vital link between grassroots communities and the government.

Furthermore, President Tinubu recognized the respected traditional ruler's decades of service to Nigeria through corporate leadership, enterprise, and governance. He joined the royal family, the people of Onitsha, and Anambra State in wishing Igwe Achebe many more years of good health and strength to continue providing leadership.

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Tinubu joinef the royal family, the people of Onitsha and Anambra State, in wishing Igwe Achebe many more years of good health and strength as he continues to provide leadership for his community, state, and nation.