The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education has appointed President Bola Tinubu’s daughter and Iyaloja-General, Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, as its Ambassador.
The Commission’s Executive Secretary, Muhammad Sani Idris, announced the appointment during a visit to Tinubu-Ojo’s residence in Lagos, as reported by News Central.
In a statement released on Sunday by the Commission’s spokesperson, Nura Muhammad, Idris highlighted Tinubu-Ojo’s “passion for supporting disadvantaged communities, particularly Almajiri and out-of-school children,” as the key reason for her selection. He also praised her efforts in “promoting trade and commerce” and her advocacy for resources and opportunities for market women.
Expressing her gratitude, Tinubu-Ojo stated, “I am deeply honoured by this appointment and am committed to alleviating the plight of these vulnerable Nigerians.” She also emphasised her father’s dedication to education, describing it as “a lasting legacy for Nigerian children.”
Tinubu-Ojo further acknowledged the executive secretary’s leadership, adding, “I pray for him to succeed in the task ahead.”