Tinubu Congratulates Advertising Guru, Biodun Shobanjo on His 80th Birthday

•Hails James Faleke on 65th birthday

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

President Bola Tinubu has extended warm felicitations to a titan of Nigeria’s advertising industry, Dr Biodun Shobanjo on his 80th birthday.

The President, in a statement issued yesterday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, joined the Shobanjo family, friends, and well-wishers in honouring “a highly esteemed marketing communications expert and multiple award-winning advertising guru.”

Shobanjo started his stellar career at the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation and joined Grant Advertising in 1971.

He became deputy managing director in 1976 and left four years later to found Insight Communications, an instant game changer in Nigeria’s advertising industry.

He and his team notably transformed Insight into a colossal marketing company, adding Quadrant, Nigeria’s first PR Consultancy, and All Seasons Mediacom, Nigeria’s first Media Independent.

 Over time, he consolidated all the companies under the umbrella of the Troyka Organisation, including Halogen Security, which he founded in 1992.

Tinubu acknowledged Shobanjo’s significant contributions to advancing the marketing communications industry—a sector pivotal for fostering economic growth, social development, and infrastructural progress in Nigeria.

He commended Shobanjo’s illustrious career journey and highlighted his achievements as a broadcaster, entrepreneur, and advertising professional.

The President noted that these accomplishments exemplified the virtues of discipline, integrity, and dedication, which inspire young professionals.

Tinubu expressed confidence that Shobanjo would continue to impart his vast experience and insights to practitioners who aspire to uphold best practices based on truth, local content promotion, and transparency, which align with Nigeria’s national development goals.

He wished Shobanjo many more years of good health and continued success.

Also yesterday, Tinubu congratulated Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, who marks his 65th birthday today.

Faleke has been the representative for the Ikeja Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives since 2011.

Tinubu, in another statement issued by Onanuga, acknowledged Faleke’s invaluable contributions and unwavering loyalty over the past two decades, emphasising his steadfast support during pivotal moments.

Reflecting on Faleke’s exemplary service as the chairman of the Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) from 2003 to 2011, the President further commended his pivotal leadership in orchestrating the successful 2022- 2023 presidential campaign, which paved the way for the Renewed Hope administration.

President Tinubu praised Faleke for his instrumental role as the campaign’s lead strategist and for tirelessly working to ensure his and his party’s triumph.

The President lauded Faleke, a ranking Federal House of Representatives member, for his incisive contributions to the national discourse. He particularly appreciated his strong advocacy for true federalism, prudent financial management, anti-corruption measures, transparency in public procurement, and youth empowerment.

According to President Tinubu, Hon. Faleke’s extensive experience in the National Assembly and various leadership roles continue to benefit the people of Lagos and Nigeria as a whole.

He, therefore, prayed that God Almighty grants Hon. Faleke good health and gives him more opportunities to serve the nation diligently.