President Tinubu celebrates business tycoon Tunde Folawiyo at 65
By Kunle Sanni
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm birthday wishes to Tijani Babatunde Folawiyo, Chairman and CEO of the Yinka Folawiyo Group, as he marks his 65th birthday.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the President described Folawiyo as “a beacon of Nigeria’s entrepreneurial excellence and a steadfast advocate for national progress,” praising his significant contributions to the nation’s economic development.
Highlighting the businessman’s impact across various sectors, President Tinubu commended his strategic investments in energy, manufacturing, and digital infrastructure, noting that they have played a vital role in job creation and national growth.
Folawiyo’s leadership roles on the boards of leading institutions such as MTN Nigeria, Access Bank Plc, Ecobank Mali, and Coronation Bank also drew praise from the President, who credited him with helping attract private capital and empowering Nigerians through skill-building opportunities.
As the prominent industrialist celebrates this milestone with his family, friends, and associates, President Tinubu offered prayers for Folawiyo’s continued health, strength, and many more years of purposeful service to Nigeria and humanity.
