By Abimbola Ogunnaike
As a result of the challenging times such as economic hardship and security challenges the country is facing, President Bola Tinubu has called on his friends and associates not to organise any events to celebrate his birthday but instead use the opportunity to reflect and re-dedicate themselves to the task of building.
Tinubu said he has opted for a low key 72 birthday celebrations which will come up on Friday, 29 March, 2024.
The President, in a statement on Sunday, 24 March, 2024 by his Special Adviser, Media and Information Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, noted the recent killings of some Army and police personnel in Delta State as well as several security breaches as events that have contributed to the gloomy mood of the nation.
The statement read, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will turn 72 on Friday, March 29, 2024. The day will be another important milestone in his life as a leader and a statesman.
“During an auspicious occasion as this, it is customary for family members, friends and associates to celebrate him in different ways.
“As the leader of our country, President Tinubu in deference to this challenging times will not host any birthday event and does not want any of his associates and numerous well-wishers across the country to organise any celebratory event on his behalf or in his name.
