Former President Ibrahim Babangida’s son, Muhammed Babangida, has debunked reports which claimed he rejected his appointment as Board Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture.
Babangida was reported to have turned down the appointment in a circular dated Monday, July 21, 2025, and addressed to President Bola Tinubu.
In a press statement released on Monday, Babangida dismissed as false and malicious the reports circulating online that suggested he had rejected the appointment. He described such claims as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and tarnish the image of the Tinubu administration.
He has also officially accepted his appointment as BOA chairman, expressing deep gratitude to President Tinubu for the trust reposed in him.
“We wish to clarify that Muhammed gratefully accepts the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, as announced by the federal government, and extends his sincere appreciation to President Tinubu for the trust and confidence bestowed upon him,” the statement read in part.
It further assured the public that those behind the fake reports would be identified and held accountable.
“We also want to assure the public that those spreading these falsehoods will be thoroughly investigated and brought to justice. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and fostering unity within our nation,” it added.
The statement concluded with a call for Nigerians to remain discerning and to verify information from credible sources.
Babangida’s appointment was among several strategic appointments approved by President Tinubu to strengthen leadership across key government institutions.
President Tinubu approved Babangida’s appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture on Friday, July 18, 2025.
