Tinubu Celebrates Soyinka At 91

July 13, 2025
July 13, 2025
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President Bola Tinubu, celebrates   Professor Wole Soyinka, the globally renowned literary icon and Nobel Laureate, as he marks his 91 birthday today.

President Tinubu,in a statement by

Bayo Onanuga,Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy),notes the contributions of the first African to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1986 to education, pro-democracy and human rights movements, cultural diplomacy, and nation-building over the last several decades.

He said Professor Soyinka remains a massive source of inspiration to Nigerians and, most especially, generations of younger writers worldwide who, on their own, have also attained great national and international prominence.

The President also acknowledges his decades of association, friendship, and collaboration with the accomplished statesman.

He said:”I rejoice with Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on reaching another year and praise his continuing service and contributions to our nation’s development. Professor Soyinka is an uncommon patriot who has continued to demonstrate his undying love for our country. Even at the grand old age, he continues to be a source of inspiration to fellow citizens and people around the world. We are grateful for his long years of service to Nigeria and humanity.

“I value my association with Professor Soyinka and several collaborations to advance the progress and development of Nigeria.

“On this special day that marks the beginning of the journey into the last decade of his centennial, I wish Professor Wole Soyinka good health and more years in sound mind.”

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