Tinubu Pays Tribute To Nigeria’s First Female Army General Who Dies @84
President Bola Tinubu has expressed heartfelt condolences to the Kale family, the Nigerian Army, and the medical community in Nigeria following the demise of Major-General Aderonke Kale (rtd), MNI, at the age of 84. Major-General Kale, renowned as the first female Major-General in the Nigerian Army and the inaugural female Commander of the Nigerian Army Medical Corps, retired in 1997 after a distinguished career. In a statement released by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu lauded Major-General Kale as a trailblazer, describing her passing as a poignant loss for the nation. “Major-General Aderonke Kale was a pioneer in her field. She embodied the courage, professionalism, capacity, and resilience of the Nigerian woman. She thrived and conquered where many feared to tread. She was a towering figure; an inimitable role model,” remarked the President. President Tinubu offered prayers for the repose of Major-General Kale’s soul and urged her grieving family to find solace in the indelible legacy she leaves behind.
Gov Soludo’s Father, Ichie Akukananwa 1 Of Isuofia Dies @92
Pa Simeon Soludo, father of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo has died at the age of 92. Mr Chris Aburime, the Press Secretary to Soludo said this in a statement on Monday. Aburime said the elder statesman, popularly known as Ichie Akukananwa 1 of Isuofia in Aguata Local Governent Area, died in the early hours of Monday November 6. He said Pa Soludo was survived by seven sons, eight daughters-in-law, 22 grand-children and six great-grandchildren. He quoted the governor as saying that his late father lived a fulfilled life and died at the ripe age of 92. The Press Secretary said further information about the burial arrangements would be communicated to the public in due course.
Founder Of Nigeria’s First Rating Firm, Bode Agusto Dies
Bode Agusto, a prominent Nigerian economist and the visionary founder of Agusto & Co, Nigeria’s inaugural credit rating agency, has passed away at the age of 68. Bode Agusto, up until his recent demise, had established himself as an independent consultant of significant repute within the domains of economics, finance, and business strategy. Agusto & Co., founded by Bode Agusto in 1992, played a seminal role in bringing credit rating services to the Nigerian financial landscape. It was officially granted a license by the Securities and Exchange Commission, thus attaining the distinction of becoming Nigeria’s very first credit rating agency. Bode Agusto diligently steered the company as Managing Director for a span of 11 years, underlining his enduring commitment to the industry. In a testament to its growth and success, as of 2023, Agusto & Co. has transcended national boundaries, extending its services not only in Nigeria but also to neighboring countries such as Kenya and Rwanda, thereby further solidifying its reputation in the African financial sector. Bode Agusto’s enduring legacy as a pioneer in the fields of economics and finance will continue to be cherished and celebrated within the finance industry, where his innovative contributions have left an indelible mark.
Former Nigerian Minister Of Interior Dies
Senator Alh. Dr. Bello Maitama Yusuf, a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and business, and a former minister for internal affairs and commerce, has passed away at the age of 78. Senator Yusuf, who represented the Jigawa South West constituency as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, had a long and distinguished political career. He was first elected in April 1999 and subsequently re-elected in April 2003, earning the trust and support of his constituents over the years. During his tenure as a minister, Senator Yusuf made significant contributions to the nation. As the minister for internal affairs in 1979 and the minister for commerce in 1982, he played a crucial role in safeguarding Nigeria’s economic interests. Notably, his efforts as the minister for commerce helped curb the influx of imported goods into Nigeria, which was greatly impacting the country’s foreign reserves. In his home state of Jigawa, Senator Yusuf was recognized and honoured with the title of “Sardaunan Dutse” in acknowledgment of his outstanding service and contributions to the state. Furthermore, he was a recipient of the prestigious national honour, the Grand Commander of the Niger (GCON), reflecting the high regard in which he was held by the nation.
Tinubu mourns designer of Nigeria’s national flag, Pa Akinkunmi
President Bola Tinubu has conveyed his sympathy to the family of Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, who designed the national flag in 1958, following his passing into glory at the age of 87. This is contained in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Wednesday in Abuja. Tinubu condoled with friends and associates of the retired civil servant, who dedicated his life to the service of the nation, sharing knowledge and experience with old and young, and inspiring many to think and act patriotically. The President affirmed that the Green and White flag is a legacy that has consistently reflected the fruitfulness, resilience, and harmony enjoyed by the nation. He said that it represented the boldness and uniqueness with which Nigerians characteristically reach for and achieve success around the world. The President believed Pa Akinkunmi lived and worked for the greatness of the country, with a generational legacy and a place of honour in Nigeria. Born Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi in Ibadan, the older of a set of twins, he lived with his father until he was eight years old before he relocated to the Northern part of Nigeria. He began his early education in the North and after his father’s retirement, he came down to the West and was re-enrolled at Baptist Day School, Idi-Ikan in Ibadan. He was a Nigerian civil servant who was best known for designing Nigeria’s national flag. He was commonly referred to as Mr Flag Man.