Tinubu celebrates Adekunle-Johnson, cites MSME drive, job creation impact
…credits aide with 478,000 jobs through enterprise initiatives President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated his Special Adviser on Job Creation and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Mr. Temitola Adekunle-Johnson,
...credits aide with 478,000 jobs through enterprise initiatives
- From Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated his Special Adviser on Job Creation and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Mr. Temitola Adekunle-Johnson, on the occasion of his birthday, commending his role in advancing economic opportunities across the country.
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In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised Adekunle-Johnson’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to driving the administration’s vision of sustainable job creation and MSME development.
Tinubu noted that MSMEs remain the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, stressing that the presidential aide has demonstrated remarkable leadership and innovation in implementing policies and programmes that support entrepreneurship and small business growth.
He expressed confidence in Adekunle-Johnson’s continued contributions to fostering inclusive economic growth, particularly in expanding opportunities for young Nigerians and emerging entrepreneurs.
Highlighting key achievements, the President said Adekunle-Johnson has led the Expanded National MSME Clinics across several states, facilitated the establishment of 18 Shared Facility Hubs nationwide, and driven initiatives that have collectively created about 478,000 jobs.
“Working in partnership with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors, Adekunle-Johnson has led the Expanded National MSME Clinics to several states of the federation, facilitated the establishment of 18 Shared Hubs in different parts of the country with more at different stages of completion, creating about 478,000 jobs and has continuously pursued enterprise sustainability across Nigerian small businesses,” the President said.
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Tinubu further noted that under Adekunle-Johnson’s leadership, the National MSME Awards have become a key platform for promoting excellence, innovation, and hard work among small business owners, while showcasing success stories within Nigeria’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
“Through the National MSME Awards… the government has entrenched excellence, innovation and hard work in the small business space in Nigeria by rewarding outstanding MSMEs… demonstrating to other business owners the possibilities of excellence and potential growth within Nigeria's small business market,” he added.
The President wished the celebrant good health, greater accomplishments, and many more years of impactful service to the nation.
