By Kamil Opeyemi
The President-Elect, Bola Tinubu has debunked the speculations that he was seriously ill.
Tinubu, who returned to the country on Monday after spending like a month in Paris, France stated this at his residence in the Asokoro area of Abuja while addressing the tumultuous crowd that welcomed him to the country.
The President-Elect said he is prepared for his inauguration on May 29, adding that he is still consulting on those that will be part of his government.
“I’m happy to be back. I have rested, I’m refreshed and I’m ready for the task ahead.
“Forget about what the rumour mill may have told you. I’m strong, very strong.”
He noted that he had been planning with a view to putting together a strong team so he could hit the ground running once he assumes office on May 29.
The President-elect was in company with his wife, Senator Remi Tinubu, and son, Seyi Tinubu.
Among those at the airport to receive him were Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima, House of Representatives Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila as well as Governors Simon Lalong (Plateau) and Abubakar Sani-Bello (Niger), former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff.
Also at the airport were former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, APC Deputy National Chairman, North, Senator Abubakar Kyari, Deputy National Chairman, South, Barrister Emma Enekwu, and National Woman Leader, Dr. Betta Edu amongst others