President Bola Tinubu has honored Nobel Laureate and elder statesman, Professor Wole Soyinka, on his 89th birthday anniversary.
Tinubu hailed Soyinka as a vital pillar of support, a source of inspiration, and an encourager.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communication and Strategy, Dele Alake, on Thursday, President Tinubu praised the renowned writer and global figure for his significant impact on the country’s progress.
“Today, I celebrate Nobel Laureate, elder statesman and pro-democracy activist, Prof. Wole Soyinka, on his attainment of 89.
“Renowned playwright, poet, novelist, Professor Wole Soyinka has done a lot for Nigeria. In the literary world, he remains a giant, an Iroko.
Importantly, his contributions to the struggle for the restoration and institutionalization of democracy and good governance in Nigeria are indelible.
“Together, along with other activists, we fought for democracy under the aegis of NADECO at great risks to our personal lives.
“Professor Soyinka remains a beacon and a source of inspiration and support to many of us.
“As he attains 89 today, we pray that God Almighty grant him more years and strength so he can be around to witness the new Nigeria we are building in line with our Agenda for a Renewed Hope for the country, where security, prosperity and economic development will reign supreme,” he said.” he remarked.