- President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, has taken an indefinite leave of absence due to family health issues
- The president accepted Ngelale’s decision, sympathised with his circumstances, and thanked him for his contributions to advancing national discourse and climate action efforts
- The presidency requested that Ngelale’s privacy and that of his family be respected during this period but has not announced a replacement for his position
President Tinubu has accepted the decision of his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, to proceed on an indefinite leave of absence due to family health issues.
Photo credit: @AjuriNgelaleSource: TwitterTinubu thanks Ngelale for his contributionWho will replace Ngelale as Tinubu’s spokesperson?”The President has received the memo from Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity and Official Spokesperson of the President as well as Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, informing of his decision to proceed on an indefinite leave of absence for personal and health reasons.”The President accepts his reasons for the leave, fully understands them and sympathizes with the circumstances that have led to this seemingly difficult decision. “While extending his heartfelt prayers and best wishes to Chief Ngelale and his family during this challenging moment, the President hopes for a speedy recovery and full restoration to health.”The President notes his tireless efforts and dedication in serving the nation, and thanks him for the remarkable contributions he made in his various capacities, especially in advancing national discourse and leading efforts on climate action and other key initiatives.”The President wishes him well in all his future endeavors.”During this period, we kindly ask that the wish for privacy of Chief Ngelale and his family be respected. Signed,The PresidencySeptember 7, 2024″Shehu Sani reacts to Ajuri Ngelale’s indefinite leave
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