President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Ms. Derinsola Abiola, daughter of the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, as the new Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre (CLTC). This move has received commendations from the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who described the appointment as a “perfect fit for the role.” In a press statement issued by the National Public Relations Officer of NANS, Comrade Adeyemi Samson Ajasa, the association praised the President for what they termed a “thoughtful and well-deserved appointment.” According to NANS, Ms. Abiola’s prior track record positioned her as the ideal person to lead the CLTC. Before her elevation, she served as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Citizenship and Leadership, where she consistently demonstrated exceptional focus, competence, and dedication to advancing national development, promoting civic responsibility, and empowering Nigerian youth. Her tenure as SSA was marked by an unwavering commitment to nurturing responsible citizenship and fostering strong leadership values among young Nigerians. This, the association noted, made her an invaluable asset in the task of shaping the next generation of leaders. NANS further stressed that the President’s confidence in appointing her to the Director-General position is well-founded, adding that the new role will grant her a broader platform to expand her impact and deliver even greater achievements. “This appointment is a clear reflection of her proven capacity and integrity,” NANS said. “We urge her to maintain her focus, dedication, and passion for service to the nation.” The student body reaffirmed its readiness to partner with the CLTC under her leadership in advancing initiatives aimed at youth leadership development, national unity, and civic engagement. In closing, NANS extended warm congratulations to Ms. Derinsola Abiola, wishing her remarkable success in this new phase of public service.
