Politics
Tinubu’s daughter named ambassador for Almajiri
President Bola Tinubu’s daughter and Iyaloja-General, Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, has been appointed Ambassador for the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education.
The appointment was announced by the Commission’s Executive Secretary, Muhammad Sani Idris, during a visit to Tinubu-Ojo’s residence in Lagos.
In a statement by the Commission’s spokesperson, Nura Muhammad, on Sunday, Idris cited Tinubu-Ojo’s “passion for supporting disadvantaged communities, particularly Almajiri and out-of-school children,” as the basis for her selection.
He also praised her efforts in “promoting trade and commerce” and advocating for resources and opportunities for market women.
In response, Tinubu-Ojo expressed her appreciation, saying, “I am deeply honoured by this appointment and am committed to alleviating the plight of these vulnerable Nigerians.”
She highlighted her father’s dedication to education, calling it “a lasting legacy for Nigerian children”.
She also commended the executive secretary, saying, “I pray for him to succeed in the task ahead.
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