PRESIDENT TINUBU FELICITATES WITH FORMER PRESIDENTIAL ADVISER, DR. REUBEN ABATI, @ 60

Abuja, Nigeria | November 7, 2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his warmest felicitations to Dr. Reuben Abati, celebrated journalist and former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, on the occasion of his 60th birthday.

In a personally signed statement, President Tinubu described Dr. Abati as “a public intellectual, author, columnist, law graduate and broadcaster who has distinguished himself wherever he has traversed.” The President noted that from his early academic pursuits to his media leadership roles, Dr. Abati has left a mark of excellence and professionalism.

“In the university as a student and later as a Graduate Assistant, as Chairman of the Editorial Board of The Guardian, as a writer and presently as a television anchor, Dr. Abati has demonstrated a rare depth of intellect and dedication,” President Tinubu stated.
He further lauded Abati’s “insightful articles, regular interventions and television analyses” which, according to him, “have continued to enlighten and inspire Nigerians.”
President Tinubu commended the former presidential adviser for his “service to Nigeria as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to former President Goodluck Jonathan, as well as his outstanding contributions to the media industry.”
Acknowledging Dr. Abati’s role as a patriotic commentator and thought leader, the President said:

“Dr. Abati’s patriotism and passion as a public commentator, who consistently brings his creativity, versatility and cross-sectoral experience to bear on issues of national interest—both on traditional and social media—are noteworthy.”

President Tinubu also congratulated Dr. Abati on the presentation of three new books marking his diamond jubilee: “Portraits: People, Politics and Society,” “A Love Letter and Other Stories,” and “How Goodluck Jonathan Became President.”
“I congratulate Dr. Abati, whom I fondly call Rubi Rubi, on the publication of his new works, which further reflect his intellectual depth and enduring contribution to national discourse,” the President added.

He joined the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), family, and friends in celebrating what he described as “a notable writer and patriot.”

Concluding his message, President Tinubu prayed for the celebrant, saying:
“On this occasion of Abati’s 60th birthday, I pray that Almighty God grant him a longer life, good health, and the inspiration to continue serving the nation and humanity.”