{
  "id": 11704198,
  "title": "Tinubu Eulogises Elder Statesman, Lt Gen Alani Akinrinade, At 87",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/tinubu-eulogises-elder-statesman-lt-gen-alani-akinrinade-at-87",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-03T14:36:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/03/tinubu-eulogises-elder-statesman-lt-gen-alani-akinrinade-at-87/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Bola Tinubu honored former Chief of Army Staff and elder statesman, Lt General Alani Ipoola Akinrinade, on what would have been his 87th birthday. A revered war hero, General Akinrinade served as both Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Staff prior to his retirement. In a statement released by his Information and Strategy Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu lauded the general as a \"towering statesman,\" praising his lifelong dedication to Nigeria's welfare. The President highlighted General Akinrinade's instrumental role during the struggle for democracy, emphasizing his steadfast support for democracy over dictatorship. Tinubu also commended General Akinrinade's current service as an elder statesman, noting his wisdom and commitment to national unity. Additionally, Tinubu celebrated the 45th birthday of Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, describing him as a \"vibrant, resourceful, and dedicated lawmaker.\" Tinubu lauded Bichi's leadership in managing the budget and his impactful interventions in education, infrastructure, and youth empowerment. The President urged Bichi to continue serving his constituents and the nation, praying for his continued health and strength.",
  "summary": ".Felicitates house member Kabir Bichi on 45th birthday Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has eulogized elder statesman and former Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Alani Ipoola Akinrinade",
  "key_points": [
    "President Bola Tinubu eulogizes Lt Gen Alani Akinrinade on 87th birthday",
    "Tinubu praises Akinrinade as towering statesman and lifelong Nigeria welfare advocate",
    "Tinubu commends Akinrinade's wisdom, democracy support, and national unity commitment"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}