President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Prof. Saheed Aderinto, a Professor of History and African and African Diaspora Studies, Florida International University, for clinching the prestigious Dan David $300,000 prize in History.
Tinubu, in a press statement he signed personally described Aderinto’s feat as a rare achievement noting that the academician has not only made Nigeria proud but Africa as a continent.
The statement read in part” Warm congratulations to Prof. Saheed Aderinto, a prominent Professor of History and African and African Diaspora Studies, Florida International University, for winning the prestigious Dan David $300,000 prize in History.
“By this rare achievement, Prof. Aderinto has not only further etched his name in academic excellence but has also made Nigeria, Africa and the entire Black race proud, for which we must all remain thankful to him.
“I commend the Selection Committee of the international award for recognising the useful contributions of Prof. Aderinto to the study of History and for making an excellent pick.
“It is noteworthy that the Selection Committee eulogized the Nigerian, saying, in his work, he “situates African history at the cutting edge of diverse literature in the histories of sexuality, nonhumans and violence, noting that it is exceptional to see a single person leading scholarship in all these fields.”
Tinubu noted that the award has confirmed the importance of history in the schools as he reaffirmed his commitment to helping Nigerians rise to the zenith of their chosen career.
“This academic accomplishment speaks to the Nigerian can-do spirit and our ability to be the very best we can be wherever and in whatever field we find ourselves.
“The award has again underscored the importance of the study of history in our schools.
“On my part, I will do all that is necessary to get our people to rise to any level they desire in all areas including the academia.
“I congratulate Prof. Aderinto, our worthy ambassador. I hope and pray that this award spurs many of our young people to rise to the zenith in their careers,” Tinubu said.
