Two Ministers Under Tinubu Gets International Recognition, Names Released
- Two Nigerian ministers have earned global recognition in TIME magazine’s influential TIME100 lists for Artificial Intelligence and Health
- The announcement was celebrated by DOlusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who praised the President and his cabinet for the achievement
- The inclusion of Dr Muhammad Ali Pate and Dr Bosun Tijani signals Nigeria’s rising impact in global health and tech innovation
DOlusegun, Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Social Media, has publicly commended the President and his Federal Executive Council (FEC) following the inclusion of two cabinet members in TIME magazine’s prestigious TIME100 lists.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on 27 August, DOlusegun wrote:
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“Congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his entire Federal Executive Council. It’s no small feat that two members of PBAT’s FEC were named on Time 100 for Artificial Intelligence and Time 100 on health. Congratulations @muhammadpate. Congratulations @bosuntijani.”
The recognition places Nigeria’s leadership in the global spotlight, with Dr Muhammad Ali Pate and Dr Bosun Tijani earning accolades in the fields of health and artificial intelligence respectively.
Their inclusion in the TIME100 lists depicted the growing influence of Nigerian policymakers in shaping international discourse on innovation and public health.
Dr Pate, who serves as the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, has been acknowledged for his contributions to global health systems and his leadership in advancing healthcare reforms.
Meanwhile, Dr Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has been celebrated for his role in driving Nigeria’s digital transformation and fostering AI development across the continent.
The announcement has sparked widespread praise across social media, with many Nigerians viewing the recognition as a testament to the administration’s commitment to excellence and global relevance.
Observers noted that the dual honour reflects positively on President Tinubu’s cabinet selections, suggesting a strategic alignment with global priorities in technology and health.
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What to know about the two ministers?
Dr Muhammad Ali Pate, Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, was named in TIME100 Health 2025 for his leadership in public health reform and global health advocacy.
He is believed to have played a role in strengthening healthcare systems and advancing equitable access to medical services.
Dr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, earned a spot on TIME100 AI 2025 for championing Nigeria’s National AI Strategy and promoting inclusive technological development. His efforts have been reported to have mobilised over 120 Nigerian experts and secured partnerships with global tech leaders to scale AI solutions in key sectors like education, agriculture, and healthcare.
Tinubu defends foreign trips
Legit.ng earlier reported that on Thursday, August 28, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assured that he remains committed to the mandate he received in 2023 to restore the country’s pride and dignity on the global stage.
In a post shared on his official page on X, Tinubu, after returning from visits to Japan and Brazil, said every handshake and agreement abroad was aimed at securing opportunities that translate into growth, jobs and prosperity for Nigerians.
He highlighted new ties in Japan that will bring investment in industry, technology and human capital, and fresh partnerships in Brazil across trade, agriculture, aviation and finance. Tinubu added that despite ongoing challenges, his government is building what he calls a “new Nigeria” based on sustainable reforms, confident abroad, resilient at home, and outlive his administration.
Source: Legit.ng
