Tinubu lauds Tunde Rahman at 60, describes him as ‘extraordinarily loyal aide’

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu celebrates Tunde Rahman for his outstanding qualities on the celebration of his 60th Birthday, describing him as ‘a dedicated, humble and extraordinarily loyal personal aide who serves with utmost dedication’

Isola Moses | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extolled Mr. Tunde Rahman, his Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media and Special Duties, for his commitment to duty and loyalty over the years.

President Tinubu used the occasion of his longtime aide’s 60th Birthday to shower encomiums on him for his many years of unflinching dedication to duty as his former Adviser on Media, and now as a senior aide in the Presidency.

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Specifically, President Tinubu noted that Rahman displayed strong leadership and an extraordinary work ethic throughout his service as Adviser on Media, especially during the period leading up to the 2023 Presidential Election.

The Nigerian leader noted Rahman, at the time, played an active and prominent role as a political liaison and media strategist.

He also described the media practitioner as a conscientious journalist and newspaper editor, who applied himself to professionalism, and used journalism to promote public good and social justice.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement Tuesday, March 24, 2026, noted President Tinubu said: “I especially celebrate Tunde Rahman for his outstanding qualities on the celebration of his 60th birthday.

“He is a dedicated, humble and extraordinarily loyal personal aide who serves with utmost dedication.”

The President stated: “I appreciate his contributions to our progressive ideals and promotion of good governance in our country.

“Tunde is a steadfast and reliable personal aide whose advice and suggestions are sincere and free of any hidden agenda.”

Tinubu further said: “On this diamond birthday celebration, my prayer for Tunde is that God should grant him good health, greater wisdom for greater service to our country and humanity.”