Tinubu appoints late MKO Abiola’s daughter Rinsola as Special Assistant

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday, November 9, appointed Ms Rinsola Abiola as the senior special assistant on citizenship and leadership.

Abiodun Essiet, the senior special assistant to the president on community engagement (North Central ), confirmed the development in a post she shared on her X page (formerly Twitter), accompanied by pictures.

She tweeted: "A big congratulations to my sister @RinsolaAbiola on your appointment as the Senior Special Assistant to the President On Citizenship and Leadership. A well deserved appointment."

Interestingly, another X user ‘Shina @ShinaShine_ also confirmed the development on Thursday night.

According to the User, Ms Abiola, in this role, will be working closely with the leadership of the Ministry of Youth.

Although the presidency is yet to officially announce the appointment but the User shared key details about Tinubu's new appointee.

Who is Rinsola Abiola?

Ms. Abiola Rinsola is an active member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a pioneer member of its youth and women's wings.

Rinsola reacts to her appointment as Tinubu's assistant

Confirming the development, she took to her X page (formerly Twitter) and shared an update:

Rinsola Abiola tweeted:

"Since I ventured into politics, I have had the honour of learning from and working with some of the best minds in Nigeria’s political space.

"I wish to thank my mentors, my leaders, my Sisters @APC_PSN, fellow young Progressives and everyone who’s contributed to my journey for their support and encouragement."