Abuja, Nigeria – Muhammed Babangida has officially confirmed his acceptance of the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), expressing profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the trust placed in him. This announcement comes after a recent press statement released on Monday, aiming to quash persistent online rumors suggesting he had declined the position.
Babangida vehemently dismissed these reports as “false and malicious,” describing them as a calculated effort to mislead the public and undermine the Tinubu administration’s image.

“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.
The statement further assured the public that those responsible for spreading these fabricated 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.
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We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and fostering unity within our nation,” it added.
The statement concluded with a strong appeal to Nigerians to remain discerning and to always verify information through credible sources.
Muhammed Babangida’s appointment is part of a series of strategic leadership changes approved by President Tinubu, aimed at strengthening key government institutions.