Nigeria, July 6 -- Tinubu made the call on Sunday night in Abuja at the Presidential Inaugural Ball held in honour of Rotary International President, Mr Olayinka Babalola, who assumed office on July 1 as the second African to lead the 121-year-old humanitarian organisation.

Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, the president described Rotary International as a critical partner in advancing Nigeria's development agenda.

He also described Babalola's emergence as a historic achievement for Nigeria and the African continent.

"Babalola's emergence as the second African to lead Rotary International is a proud moment for Nigeria and for our continent.

"This is not merely a personal distinction....