Independence: Tinubu Confers Nat’l Honours on Akpabio, Kekere-Ekun, 3 Other Top Politicians
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred prestigious national honours on prominent leaders such as Senate President Godswill Akpabio, among others
- In his nationwide broadcast, President Tinubu recognized the honorees for their exemplary leadership and dedication to Nigeria
- Tinubu also urged Nigerians to remain united and optimistic amid economic and security challenges
Abuja, FCT – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred prestigious national honours on prominent figures in the country.
The honours were announced during the President’s nationwide broadcast on October 1st.
President Bola Tinubu confers national honors on Senate President Akpabio, Kekere-Ekun, Chief Justice of Nigeria, others
Photo credit: Bola Tinubu/Godswill Akpabio/Kudirat Kekere-EkunSource: Facebook
These inviduals including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, and Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau.
In his address, President Tinubu revealed that the Senate President and the Chief Justice of Nigeria were awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), one of the highest honours in the nation.
He also conferred the title of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas.
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, received the honour of Commander of the Order of Niger (CON).
In recognizing these leaders, the President highlighted their significant roles in Nigeria’s governance, stating,
“These individuals have demonstrated exemplary leadership and dedication to our country.
“Their service to the nation is a testament to the spirit of resilience and excellence that defines Nigeria.”
Tinubu calls for sustainable unity
President Tinubu also used the occasion to inspire hope among Nigerians amid the nation’s economic and security challenges.
He urged citizens to stay optimistic, emphasizing that Nigeria’s strength lies in its unity and resilience.
He said:
“We are Nigerians—resilient and tenacious. We always prevail and rise above our circumstances. I urge you to believe in our nation’s promise,”
He encouraged citizens to work together to build a prosperous nation despite the hurdles ahead, adding,
“The road ahead may be challenging, but we will forge a path toward a brighter future with your support.”
Source: TheTalk.NG
