By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday night awarded Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates the prestigious Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR), Nigeria’s second-highest national honour.
The ceremony took place in Lagos in recognition of Gates’ contributions to global health and development through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The CFR is reserved for individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Nigeria and humanity at large.
Gates has long supported initiatives in Nigeria, particularly in healthcare, polio eradication, and economic development.
President Tinubu praised Gates for his dedication to improving lives worldwide and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to partnering with global leaders in advancing sustainable development.