TINUBU HONOURS SOYINKA AT 90
Soyinka @90: Tinubu Renames National Theatre as Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture
In a grand tribute to Nigeria’s literary icon, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renamed the National Theatre in Iganmu, Surulere, as the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts.
The announcement was made in a heartfelt birthday message to Professor Soyinka, who turns 90 on July 13th.
Tinubu praised Soyinka’s remarkable achievements, dedication to human dignity and justice, and his unwavering commitment to speaking truth to power.
The President celebrated Soyinka’s influence on generations of writers, scholars, and activists, and his role in inspiring the struggle for democracy in Nigeria.
This honour solidifies Soyinka’s legacy as a national treasure and global icon.
Happy 90th birthday to Professor Wole Soyinka!
