President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has indeed congratulated two distinguished Nigerians, Farouk Gumel and Tobi Amusan, on their outstanding achievements. Here are the details:
– Farouk Gumel’s Appointment: Gumel was appointed Chairman of Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund Limited, a role that reflects his expertise and dedication. President Tinubu noted that Gumel’s leadership brings immense pride to Nigeria and is confident he will excel and further cement the country’s reputation for a strong global finance reputation. Gumel’s role as Vice Chairman for Africa at Tropical General Investment (TGI) Group has also been instrumental in advancing Nigeria’s food sufficiency drive.
– Tobi Amusan’s Achievement: Tobi Amusan won a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. President Tinubu praised her relentless drive, resilience, and unwavering spirit, describing her achievement as a source of national pride. He stated, “Tobi has once again demonstrated that with patriotic fervour, coupled with hard work and determination, any height is surmountable”. The President assured both Gumel and Amusan of the government’s unwavering support in their respective endeavors.
