Tinubu congratulates King Sunny Ade on his 80th birthday

--> Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has congratulated legendary musician Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye, known as King Sunny Ade, on his 80th birthday. In a message circulated by Nigeria's State House, Tinubu called the performer a model of musical excellence and a cultural ambassador of the country.

As Premium Times Nigeria reports , the president said that King Sunny Ade's creativity, discipline and long-standing dedication to music helped turn the juju genre into a globally recognized element of Nigerian culture.

Tinubu noted the musician's recognizable style, which combines guitar, talking drums and other traditional instruments. According to him, the performer's stage appearances and innovative approach secured him a prominent place in the history of African art and entertainment.