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Tinubu celebrates ‘long-time friend’ Fola Adeola at 70

Mr Adeola is the founder of Guaranty Trust Bank, founder and chairman of the FATE Foundation, and member of the Commission for Africa.

• January 10, 2024

PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES TOP BUSINESS LEADER, FOLA ADEOLA, AT 70

President Bola Tinubu celebrates his long-time friend and foremost business leader, Mr. Fola Adeola, as he marks his 70th birthday.

Mr. Adeola is the founder of Guaranty Trust Bank; founder and chairman of the FATE Foundation, and member of the Commission for Africa.

President Tinubu felicitates Mr. Adeola for reaching the milestone age and for his numerous contributions to the Nigerian business ecosystem by creating jobs, opening up investment opportunities across sectors, as well as promoting initiatives for the economic advancement of Nigeria.

The President extols the brilliance, integrity, courage, and patriotism of the founder of one of Nigeria’s leading banks, describing him as a great asset to the nation. 

President Tinubu wishes the top business leader many more years in good health and strength.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale 

Special Adviser to the President 

(Media & Publicity)

January 10, 2024

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