Muhammed Babangida, son of former military head of states Ibrahim Babangida (IBB), has officially accepted his appointment as chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA).
On July 18, President Bola Tinubu appointed Babangida as chairman of BOA.
According to a statement by Dada Olusegun, special assistant to the president on social media, Babangida confirmed his acceptance in a press release issued on Monday.
The newly appointed chairman expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for the trust reposed in him.
Babangida also dismissed reports suggesting he had rejected the appointment, describing them as false and malicious.
He said the claim was a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and tarnish the image of the Tinubu administration.
“We wish to clarify that Muhammed gratefully accepts the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, as announced by the Federal Government, and extends his sincere appreciation to President Tinubu for the trust and confidence bestowed upon him,” the statement read.
The statement further noted that those behind the fake reports would be identified and held accountable.
“We also want to assure the public that those spreading these falsehoods will be thoroughly investigated and brought to justice. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and fostering unity within our nation,” it added.
The statement concluded with a call on Nigerians to verify information through credible sources.
Olusegun said IBB’s son appointment was among several strategic appointments approved by the president to strengthen leadership across key government institutions.
