By Our Correspondent
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mr. Matthew Tonlagha, on the occasion of his 50th birthday, describing the milestone as a celebration of impact, service, and commitment to national development.
In a goodwill message dated February 2, 2026, and personally signed by the President at the State House, Abuja, Tinubu joined Tonlagha’s family, friends, and associates in celebrating the golden jubilee, noting that attaining the age of 50 marks a significant personal and professional milestone.
The President commended Tonlagha for choosing to unveil a book as part of activities marking the celebration, describing the initiative as a testament to his dedication to knowledge, intellectual growth, and the documentation of experiences for future generations.
“It is fitting that he is unveiling a book as part of the activities to mark his 50th birthday. I commend him for his pursuit of knowledge and chronicling for posterity,” Tinubu said.
President Tinubu also acknowledged Tonlagha’s years of dedication to community development and nation-building, particularly his advocacy for the welfare and advancement of Niger Delta communities.
He praised Tonlagha, the founder of Maton Engineering Limited, for his contributions to the protection and security of oil and gas infrastructure across several Niger Delta states, noting that such efforts remain critical to national economic stability.
The President further encouraged the entrepreneur to sustain and expand his philanthropic initiatives, including support for education and healthcare, the provision of scholarships, funding of skill-acquisition programmes, and assistance to vulnerable communities across the Niger Delta.
As Tonlagha celebrates his golden jubilee on February 8, President Tinubu wished him good health, renewed strength, and many more years of impactful service to the nation.
