Tinubu Approves National Honours for 959 Nigerians, Including Bill Gates and Super Falcons

The National Honours Committee, chaired by Justice Sidi Bage, recommended 959 Nigerians for national honours, including 824 for National Honours and 135 for special presidential awards. Notable recipients include Bill Gates for public health contributions, Uncle Sam Amuka Pemu for journalism excellence, and the Nigerian women's national teams for outstanding sports performance.

The reconstituted committee under the Tinubu administration aims for inclusive national recognition, honoring distinguished individuals like the late environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and Professor Mahmood Yakubu for his service as the former Chairman of INEC. This move signifies a spirit of inclusivity and appreciation for various contributions across different sectors in Nigeria.