Tinubu Reacts as top Nigerian Doctor Bolu Ogunyemi Wins Election in Canada
- The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) announced the election of Dr Bolu Ogunyemi as its president-elect
- Legit.ng reports that Nigerian-born Ogunyemi is a clinical associate Professor of Medicine at the Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada
- In an official statement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulated Ogunyemi on his feat as the new CMA leader
Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs.
FCT, Abuja - President Bola Tinubu has hailed Dr Bolu Ogunyemi, a clinical associate Professor of Medicine at the Memorial University of Newfoundland, for his recent election as President of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).
According to a statement on Monday, December 9, by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu's special adviser on information and strategy, the Nigerian leader is delighted with Ogunyemi's "remarkable achievement". The statement was obtained by Legit.ng.
Source: Twitter
Recall Ogunyemi, a Nigerian-born dermatologist at St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, recently became the first black person to be elected to the position in 158 years of the association, after defeating his opponent, Susan MacDonald.
Tinubu applauds Bolu Ogunyemi’s election
Against the backdrop of the feat, Onanuga quoted Tinubu as saying:
"This esteemed recognition is a testament to Dr. Ogunyemi's visionary leadership, dedication to excellence, and compassionate commitment to enhancing the welfare of others."
Furthermore, President Tinubu expressed confidence that Dr. Ogunyemi's "extensive background in medical science and his 15 years of leadership experience have eminently prepared him for this prestigious role."
Tinubu also urged Ogunyemi to embrace those who vied for the position as partners in progress, adding that the new CMA president is assured of Nigerians' prayers and "unwavering support".
Apart from Tinubu, congratulatory messages from several individuals to Ogunyemi have been sighted on social media platforms.
Zainab Bagudu elected UICC president
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that President Tinubu congratulated Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu on her election as the President of the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).
Read also
Umaru-Shinkafi: Miners advise SMDF boss on what to prioritise after Tinubu's re-appointment
The president underscored "the historic significance" of Shinkafi-Bagudu's election, adding that her ascension was a landmark achievement and a testament to Nigeria's growing influence in global health leadership.
Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
