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Tinubu Congratulates Olayinka Babalola on Rotary International Election as President
Tinubu congratulates Babalola on becoming Rotary International President, calling it an inspiration to Nigerians and a win for global humanitarian leadership
Tinubu congratulates Babalola on Rotary International Presidency in a powerful message that celebrates national pride and personal achievement.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Engineer Olayinka Hakeem Babalola following his historic election as the President of Rotary International for the 2026/2027 year.
Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, was elected by the Rotary International Board of Directors after the resignation of SangKoo Yun due to health reasons.
He will formally assume office on July 1, 2026.
The President described Babalola’s election as a significant milestone, making him only the second African and Nigerian to hold the top position in Rotary International’s 120-year history.
According to the President, he congratulates Babalola not only for his professional excellence but also for his inspiring track record of philanthropy, engineering leadership, and humanitarian commitment.
He noted that the new Rotary President had consistently delivered impactful projects that promote peace, strengthen communities, and uplift human dignity.
“This elevation is a reward for your years of service, and it stands as a powerful inspiration to millions of Nigerians, especially our youth,” Tinubu said.
He further assured Babalola of the nation’s full support as he prepares to take up this influential global role.
“You can count on our support and encouragement to continue championing humanitarian causes and promoting the spirit of service,” Tinubu added.
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The President concluded by wishing Engineer Babalola a successful and impactful tenure, reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to fostering international goodwill and service to humanity.
The Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Governor Dauda Lawal, has received the ZIK International Peace and Leadership Award in Ghana, with organisers recognising what they described as his administration’s achievements in public sector leadership and economic reforms.
The governor was honoured at the 7th ZIK International Peace and Leadership Award ceremony, held on Friday at the British Council in Accra. The event featured a lecture themed: “Leadership, Peace, and Regional Integration: Advancing Africa’s Development in a Changing Global Order.”
According to the organisers, Lawal’s award was based, among other considerations, on his administration’s progress in public sector leadership and economic reforms in Zamfara State.
The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the ZIK Pan-African Award, His Royal Highness Professor Echefuna R.G. Onyeabadi, noted that the award was established to recognise individuals making meaningful contributions to the service of their people.
Receiving the award, Governor Lawal dedicated the honour to the people of Zamfara State, stating that it would further motivate his administration to intensify efforts toward transforming the state.
“This award is dedicated to all the people of Zamfara State. My administration has been working tirelessly to ensure the state can compete with any other in Nigeria. That was our promise and we have surpassed expectations in just three years,” Lawal said.
The governor highlighted key projects and reforms undertaken by his administration, including urban renewal initiatives, the construction of a modern airport and sweeping reforms in security, education, healthcare and the civil service. He noted that the newly constructed airport was particularly significant, as Zamfara had not benefited from such infrastructure in over 30 years since the creation of the state.
“We have made great strides in security, civil service reform, education, health and other sectors,” the governor added.
Lawal thanked the organisers for the recognition, saying the award would encourage him to do even more for the people of Zamfara.
“It means a lot to me and will motivate me to do even more for my people. Zamfara is on the rise,” he said.
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