Tinubu salutes Igbenedion @ 90 

                      

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejoiced with Chief Gabriel Igbinedion, the Esama of Benin, for attaining a milestone of 90 years on September 11, 2024.

The president praised the Esama for his lifetime achievements as a businessman, philanthropist and advocate for education and community development.

He said Chief Igbinedion has contributed immensely to job creation and the growth of the nation’s economy as the founder and chairman of the Igbinedion Group, a conglomerate with interests in various sectors, including oil and gas, construction and hospitality.


He also commended the Esama for establishing Igbinedion University, the first privately-owned university in the country, and for his commitment to advancing quality education and academic excellence.