Babangida son debunks fake reports, accepts President Tinubu’ appointment as BOA chairman

July 21, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

Muhammed Babangida has officially accepted his appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), expressing deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the trust reposed in him.

This was contained in a press statement released Monday, Babangida, sifted nh The Yoruba Times

Muhammad Babangida dismissed false and malicious reports circulating online suggesting he had rejected the appointment.

He described such claims as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and tarnish the image of the Tinubu administration.

Muhammed Babangida’s appointment was among several strategic appointments approved by President Tinubu to strengthen leadership across key government institutions.

The press statement clarified Babangida’s position on the matter, assuring the public that those behind the fake reports would be identified and held accountable.

“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 in part. It further assured the public that those spreading these falsehoods will be thoroughly investigated and brought to justice.

“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.