By By Muminat Ajide
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, has announced his decision to take an indefinite leave of absence due to pressing medical issues affecting his immediate family.
Ngelale communicated this decision in a statement issued today, revealing that after extensive consultations with his family, he has informed the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, of his leave according to sources.
“In light of a challenging medical situation affecting my nuclear family, I have submitted a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President, indicating my need to take an indefinite leave of absence,” Ngelale stated.
“This decision, which affects my roles as the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Official Spokesperson of the President, Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, and Chairman of the Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen, was made after careful consideration with my family.”
Ngelale expressed his hope to resume full-time national service once circumstances allow. “I look forward to returning to my duties when time, healing, and fate permit. During this period, I kindly request privacy for my family and me,” he added.
Ajuri Ngelale, who was appointed by President Tinubu on July 31, 2023, previously served as an aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari and was later appointed as the special presidential envoy on climate action on May 19, 2024.
