President Tinubu Confers Nigerian National Honour of CFR on Bill Gates

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the prestigious Nigerian National Honour of Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Mr. Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, in recognition of his decades-long commitment to improving lives through interventions in global health, polio eradication, education, digital innovation, and agricultural development, particularly in Nigeria and across Africa.

The award ceremony, held in Lagos, was attended by senior government officials, business leaders, and global development partners. President Tinubu praised Gates for his unwavering dedication to humanitarian efforts, emphasizing his foundation’s transformative impact on Nigeria’s healthcare system, disease prevention initiatives, and technological advancements.

“Bill Gates’ contributions have saved millions through the Gates Foundation @gatesfoundation and many such initiatives, uplifted communities, and inspired global action.”

“We also had meaningful conversations on deepening our collaboration in health systems, innovation, and youth development, reaffirming our shared belief that real progress begins when we invest in people,” President Tinubu stated.

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has played a pivotal role in polio eradication efforts, vaccine distribution, and strengthening Nigeria’s primary healthcare system. Recently, the foundation announced a $200 billion commitment over the next two decades to accelerate progress in healthcare, education, and poverty alleviation across Africa

Today, I conferred the Nigerian National Honour of Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) on Mr Bill Gates @BillGates in recognition of his decades-long commitment to improving lives through interventions in global health & polio eradication, education, digital innovation, and… pic.twitter.com/pvpil3Scto

— Bola Ahmed Tinubu (@officialABAT) June 3, 2025