Denies Health Rumors Regarding Tinubu's Wellbeing (Paraphrased)
Nigerian President Tinubu's Health Status Denied Amidst Overseas Treatment Rumors
There have been reports circulating about the health of President Bola Tinubu and allegations of him preparing for overseas medical treatment. However, these claims have been officially denied by the Nigerian Presidency.
Last week, some presidential functions were cancelled, leading to speculation about the President's health. Multiple insider sources suggested that Tinubu was bedridden for several days and that plans were underway for a possible emergency medical evacuation abroad. This led to Vice President Kashim Shettima attending some public functions in Tinubu's stead.
However, the Presidency has consistently refuted these claims. The President's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, dismissed the health concerns about Tinubu, stating that there is no truth in the statements that he is unwell and absent from office. Onanuga also affirmed that Tinubu was working and had been seen in his office recently.
In an interview with BBC Hausa on Monday, AbdulAziz AbdulAziz, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Print Media, also dismissed the claims. He reiterated that Tinubu does not require medical treatment overseas and is physically fitter than most presidents in advanced countries.
The report of Tinubu's potential evacuation for medical treatment was published last week by the Nigerian Institute for Investigative Journalism. The report alleged that Tinubu was bedridden, causing inefficiency in governance, with Vice President Shettima standing in for him at several official engagements.
Despite the allegations, Tinubu was seen publicly on August 1 and attended a reception for the Super Falcons following their victory at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. Onanuga also mentioned that Tinubu prefers working from home.
Questions over Tinubu's whereabouts intensified after his absence at the August 3 ceremony honouring Nigeria's women's basketball team, D'Tigress, where Vice President Shettima represented him. However, these concerns have been alleviated with the denials from the Presidency and assurances of Tinubu's good health and active engagement in his duties.
Onanuga compared Tinubu's work style to the story of the hare, suggesting that he is a hardworking and efficient leader. Despite the recent rumors, it seems that Tinubu is committed to his role as President and is working diligently to lead Nigeria.
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