President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt felicitations to Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, on his 91st birthday, hailing the literary icon as an enduring source of inspiration to Nigeria and the world.
In a statement on Sunday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu lauded Soyinka for his lifetime of contributions to literature, human rights, and nation-building, noting that the playwright, poet, and essayist remains a towering figure whose influence transcends generations.
The Nigerian leader acknowledged Soyinka’s decades of involvement in education, cultural diplomacy, and the pro-democracy movement in Nigeria.
“Professor Soyinka is a massive source of inspiration to Nigerians and, most especially, generations of younger writers worldwide who, on their own, have also attained great national and international prominence,” the statement read.
Tinubu also commended Soyinka’s patriotic spirit and unwavering commitment to Nigeria’s progress.
Reflecting on his personal relationship with Soyinka, Tinubu said: “I rejoice with Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on reaching another year and praise his continuing service and contributions to our nation’s development. Professor Soyinka is an uncommon patriot who has continued to demonstrate his undying love for our country.”
The President wished Soyinka good health and more years in sound mind as he enters the last decade of his centennial.
Tinubu described Soyinka as a source of inspiration to fellow citizens and people around the world, expressed gratitude for his long years of service to Nigeria and humanity.
The President stated that he valued his association with Soyinka and their collaborations to advance Nigeria’s progress and development.
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