President Tinubu praises Damilola Ogunbiyi following her global recognition by Forbes

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Mrs. Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All, for being recognized as the sole Nigerian on the Forbes Sustainability Leaders 2025 list for her efforts in advancing climate action.

This update was shared by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, late today.

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In the official statement, President Tinubu applauded her leadership skills and highlighted how she has helped put Nigeria on the world stage.

The statement reads; “The President commends Ms Ogunbiyi for her leadership in promoting an equitable energy transition that benefits underprivileged communities, especially across the Global South. He notes her work in championing the UN-led Energy Compacts and the Mission 300 partnership to provide electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030, initiatives that reflect Nigeria’s continuing contribution to the global climate and energy agenda.

“President Tinubu affirms that this recognition speaks to Ms Ogunbiyi’s personal excellence and Nigeria’s growing role in shaping sustainable solutions and development worldwide.”