The Moment Tinubu Reconnects With Classmate From Chicago (video)

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made a personal revelation on Monday during the official launch of tractors and agricultural equipment under the Renewed Hope Agricultural Mechanization Programme, held in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

While addressing guests, the President introduced a long-time acquaintance, Alex, to the audience, saying, “To all of you, Alex was my very good neighbor and went to the same school with me in Chicago. Alex is a successful businessman from Belarus.”

The lighthearted moment drew applause from attendees as President Tinubu emphasized the importance of international business relationships and personal ties in national development.

During the build-up to the 2023 presidential elections, questions surrounding Tinubu’s academic history at Chicago State University became a heated topic in Nigeria, with critics and opposition figures frequently demanding proof of his academic records or colleagues.

This appearance by Alex marks the first public instance of a schoolmate from Chicago being introduced by the President, a moment that will likely stir reactions among Nigerians who followed the controversy closely.