In a heartfelt tribute, President Bola Tinubu has felicitated renowned journalist and columnist Olusegun Adeniyi on his 60th birthday, highlighting his remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s journalistic landscape.
The President praised Adeniyi’s disciplined approach to conversation and commentary, noting that his writings have been a beacon of informed discourse in the nation.
The President acknowledged Adeniyi’s impressive career, which includes serving as spokesperson to the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and chairman of the editorial board of ThisDay newspapers.
Tinubu commended Adeniyi’s dexterity, brilliance, and commitment to excellence, evident in his bestselling books and thought-provoking articles.
As Adeniyi celebrates this milestone birthday, President Tinubu expressed gratitude for his contributions to Nigerian scholarship and journalism.
The President, in a personal letter he signed, prayed for Adeniyi’s continued good health and longevity, recognising the value of his experience and expertise to the nation.
The President’s letter is published in extenso here under:
Dear Segun,
With great delight, I extend my congratulations to you on your 60th birthday today.
Turning 60 is an important milestone. I join your friends and family to celebrate you on this special day.
As a journalist and one of our nation’s most-read columnists, you have set the pace for disciplined conversations and informed commentary.
You have also remained a significant voice and conscience of many Nigerians through your dispassionate treatises on developments in our nation.
As spokesman to the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, you acquitted yourself well. As chairman of the editorial board of ThisDay newspapers, you have kept to the rubric of the noble profession of journalism.
I commend your dexterity, brilliance, and knack for excellence, clearly evident in the many best-selling books you have authored. You are one of our nation’s prolific chroniclers, and the fourth estate of the realm is fortunate to have you as an esteemed member.
I thank you for your contributions to scholarship, and I pray that as you celebrate your diamond jubilee, God Almighty will grant you many years of good health.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces
Federal Republic of Nigeria
November 6, 2025
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