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President Buhari, Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun Pay Condolence Visit To Shonekan’s Family

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President Buhari, Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun Pay Condolence Visit To Shonekan's Family

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday visited the Lagos residence of the Head of the Interim National Government during the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election, the late Chief Ernest Shonekan, to commiserate with the deceased family.

Buhari was accompanied to the Lugard Avenue, Ikoyi’s residence of the late Shonekan by Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his Ogun and Yobe State counterparts, Prince Dapo Abiodun and Mai Mala Buni.

President Buhari and his entourage, who arrived at Shonekan’s house around 4:40pm were received by members of the late Shonekan family.

Buhari, who was on a one-day presidential visit to Ogun State to commission some projects by Governor Dapo Abiodun administration, stopped in Lagos on his way to Abuja and spent some time commiserating with the late Shonekan’s family.

He sympathized with the family over the demise of the former Head of the Interim National Government, who died in Lagos on Tuesday at the age of 85.

Shonekan was at the helm of affairs in Nigeria between August 26 and November 17, 1993 after General Babangida stepped aside as military president.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a condolence message issued on Wednesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described the late Shonekan, as a renowned technocrat, seasoned administrator and passionate leader who served his country meritoriously as a public servant during his short tenure as Number One Citizen in Nigeria.

He said the late elder statesman did his best for the country in contributing to the growth and development of Nigeria.

The Governor also praised Shonekan’s contribution to the economy of Nigeria as boardroom guru and employer of labour, especially during his tenure as the Chairman and Managing Director of the United Africa Company.

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“Lights, Camera, Abuja! AICL GMD Attends SIN Premiere, Reinforces Support for Creative Economy”

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Abuja, Nigeria – July 12, 2025 – The Group Managing Director of Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), Ambassador Maureen Tamuno, attended the highly anticipated premiere of the movie SIN as the Special Guest of Honour at Silverbird Cinemas, Jabi Lake Mall, on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

The premiere drew industry stakeholders, creative talents, investors, and cinema enthusiasts to celebrate Nigeria’s evolving film industry. Ambassador Tamuno’s presence underscored AICL’s ongoing commitment to positioning Abuja as a leading destination for film, culture, and creative enterprise.

The Abuja Film Village project is a visionary initiative and subsidiary of AICL designed to create a thriving hub for film production and entertainment in the heart of Nigeria. Which aligns with AICL’s mandate to drive impactful investments in Abuja’s creative economy, and also echo the broader development goals of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) under the leadership of the Honourable Minister of the FCT, Barr. Nyesom Wike.

Delivering the vote of thanks, Ambassador Maureen Tamuno, the Group Managing Director of Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), expressed excitement over the premiere of SIN, describing the film as a compelling and socially relevant production that reflects the power of storytelling in shaping public awareness.

“This is an international-standard film, and we’re truly excited to see this level of work being produced” she said. “SIN is not just a movie — it’s a message. These are the kinds of stories we need to tell, especially to our young people, to help them understand the risks of getting involved in things they don’t fully comprehend.”

The movie SIN, written and produced by Jim Iyke explores the dark realities of drug use and trafficking, shedding light on the devastating impact of substance abuse on individuals, families, and communities. It showcases the depth of Nigerian storytelling and the growing potential of Abuja as a cinematic backdrop for socially conscious films.

The premiere was attended by notable figures from the public and private sectors, including Abdullahi Auwal Rano [Chairman AA Rano group of companies], Charles Odii[DG/CEO of SMEDAN], DCG BM Jibo[Deputy Comptroller of Customs] and Prince Nicolas Okachukwu amongst others.

AICL’s strategic initiative of the Abuja Film Village Project are in line with the vision of the Renewed Hope Agenda championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which prioritizes youth development, job creation, and cultural revitalization through strategic public-private partnerships.

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