Tinubu Donates Salary to Support Armed Forces Fund

On his 74th birthday, President Bola Tinubu announced the establishment of a special fund aimed at supporting members of the Armed Forces, including those wounded in action and the families of fallen soldiers. This initiative was disclosed in a statement on Sunday, where Tinubu revealed that he would donate his entire salary to seed the fund.

The fund is intended to cater to personnel injured in the line of duty and dependents of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. Tinubu called on governors, lawmakers, and private sector stakeholders to support this initiative, emphasizing the need to recognize the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families.

He expressed gratitude for the goodwill messages he received from Nigerians and noted that the details of the fund would be made available in due course. The President's decision to keep his birthday celebrations subdued reflects the ongoing challenges facing the nation.