By Segun Olulade Eleniyan
Too often, people view our highly esteemed President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, solely through the lens of politics. Yet, to define him merely as a politician is to overlook the essence of his brilliance. He is not just a leader; he is a scholar, a visionary, a master strategist, and a statesman of unparalleled intellect. His rise to the pinnacle of Nigerian politics is not accidentalâit is the result of decades of strategic thinking, relentless learning, and an unwavering commitment to progress.
Long before he stepped onto the political stage, Tinubu had already honed an extraordinary leadership acumen. He is an enigma of greatness, a man whose success is not confined to a single sphere but extends to every endeavor he undertakes. A natural-born administrator, he possesses a keen ability to see beyond the present, shaping the future with a clarity that few can match. Like Lee Kuan Yew of Singapore, Franklin D. Roosevelt of the United States, and Deng Xiaoping of China, Tinubu embodies the rare breed of leaders who do not merely govern but transform nations.
Nigeria, a nation of vast potential, has long grappled with daunting challenges. But now, in Asiwaju, we have been gifted with a leader of rare geniusâone who does not stumble upon solutions but pursues them with the heart of a lion. He does not waver, nor does he second-guess his purpose. Like Winston Churchill in Britainâs darkest hours or Nelson Mandela in the fight for South Africaâs liberation, Tinubu stands as a pillar of resilience and determination. Like the great architects of transformation in history, he was born to redefine Nigeriaâs destiny and steer it onto the right course.
Our country stands at the threshold of a new eraânot just a political transition but a profound shift towards national greatness. The rise of global powerhouses like Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, and China was driven by visionary leadership, the kind that reshapes history. In the 1960s, Nigeria stood shoulder to shoulder with these nations, but a lack of visionary governance led us astray. Now, with Tinubu at the helm, the tide is turning. He is the architect of Nigeriaâs resurgence, the force propelling us toward a future of prosperity and global relevance.
As we celebrate another year in the life of this extraordinary leader, Nigeria must embrace his vision, for it is our pathway to transformation. He has the blueprint, the experience, and the determination to build a nation that works for all. There will never be another Bola Ahmed Tinubuânot now, not in a hundred years. This is our moment, our opportunity to rise with him.
Let the nation stand in unison. Let the drums roll and the champagne flowâfor our leader, our statesman, our visionary is here to shape history. The time for Nigeriaâs greatness is now, and Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR is the man to lead us there.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR PRESIDENT SIR.
- Hon Olulade Eleniyan is a former member of the Lagos State House of Assembly and Executive Director, Customer Centricity and Marketing, Galaxy Backbone Ltd.
