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- 32 years of public & corporate experience
- Serving as the Honourable Commissioner of Finance, Lagos State (2011 -2013)
- Pioneer and former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank Limited
Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA and or “Tokunbo Abiru” is an accomplished Nigerian Banker, Chartered Accountant, and now a Public Servant. He is currently the Senator, representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the 10th Nigerian National Assembly, after about 32 years’ Corporate experience (of which 29 years was spent in the banking industry).
He is currently the Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions as well the Chairman of the Nigerian Southern Senators Forum in the National Assembly. He was also the Chairman, Senate Committee on Industries in the 9th National Assembly.
He was the pioneer and former Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Polaris Bank Limited. He led the turnaround of erstwhile Skye Bank Plc, as Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, under the CBN-induced take-over of the Bank, in a bid to avoid its collapse and also preserve the stability of the overall Nigerian Financial System.
His banking career were in top Nigeria Financial Institution such as First Bank of Nigeria (2002 - 2016), where he rose to the level of Executive Director, Corporate Banking and Guaranty Trust Bank (1991 - 2000).
Tokunbo Abiru, also served on other notable boards as Non-Executive Directors; FBN Capital Limited (now FBN Quest Merchant Bank Limited); FBN Bank Sierra-Leone Limited; Airtel Mobile Networks Limited; and Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc. (NIBSS).
During the course of his professional career, he also had the privilege of serving as the Honourable Commissioner of Finance, Lagos State (2011 - 2013), under the transformational Leadership of Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN).
Senator Abiru’s passion for human capital development is most evident through his Endowment initiative, anchored on the SAIL Empowerment Foundation. The Foundation, funded from his personal resources, his wife’s contributions, and the goodwill of well-wishers, focuses on uplifting underserved communities through various social interventions.
A flagship program of the SAIL Empowerment Foundation is the SAIL Innovation Lab, which focuses on empowering young people through innovation and technology. The Academy, located in Ikorodu, Lagos, offers world-class training facilities managed by the best in class faculty led by Co-Creation Hub (CcHub), a foremost technology and innovation company in Africa, with offices in Lagos, Nairobi, Kigabi, South Africa and London.
Some of the programs currently running in the facility are: Tech Talent Development; Start-up Accelerator; STEM; Teachers’ Fellowship; Data Science; and Soft skills. Average program tenure is about six (6) months, and all programs are free of charge for the participants. To date over 9, 000 constituents have benefited from this program. This initiative reflects Senator Abiru’s commitment to equipping the next generation with the skills necessary to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Senator Tokunbo Abiru holds a B.Sc Economics from Lagos State University, and he is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and an Honorary Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (FCIB). He is an alumnus of both Lagos Business School (LBS) and Harvard Business School (USA).
Tokunbo Abiru retired from banking in August 31st, 2020 and he is a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, representing Lagos East Senatorial District in the National Assembly since December 2020.
Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, is happily married to Mrs. Feyisola Abiru and they are blessed with children.
The values that drive everything we do
Our #DoingGood to Greater Number mantra is the driving force behind our values.
Transparency
We operate an open door which encourages free flow of information and create new opportunities for our constituents.
Hard work
We work round the clock to ensure we bring people-oriented legislation, empowerment programmes & facilitations that'll raise the standard of living of our people.
Empathy
We understand your concerns and fears about our communities and nation. You are not alone.
Equality
Access to our programmes are devoid of tribalism, religious sentiment, colour and party affiliations.
Freedom
Wherever you live, we believe every Nigerian has the constitutional freedom to accomplish his or her dream without any encumbrances.
Innovation
This runs in our DNA. We'll continue to look for unique ways and partners that would make #DoingGood a Nigerian reality!
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Our commitment to the good constituents of Lagos East senatorial district is unwavering
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February 21st 2026
Youths key to sustainable national development, says Abiru
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Adetokunbo Abiru, said that President Bola Tinubu understands that sustainable national development cannot be achieved without the full engagement of young people. The event held at the Lagos State House of Assembly. It had as its theme, “Youth Legislature on the Rise: Shaping Policies for the Future,” reflecting the urgency of the times. Mr Abiru, who is also the chairman of the Nigerian Southern Senators Forum, said that on this day, they had witnessed young Nigerians taking up critical roles in the Federal Executive Council and other key institutions. The federal lawmaker added that the president had demonstrated a clear commitment to repositioning the economy and creating sustainable opportunities for young people.  He said: “One of the most admirable hallmarks of the President’s administration is the inclusion of young people in governance. “Examples are: Dr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy – a tech visionary; Mr Ayodele Olawande, Minister of Youth Development an active youth voice from the grassroots.  “Mr Aminu Umar-Sadiq, MD/CEO of Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority entrepreneurship. An advocate for youth; Uzoma Nwagba, MD/CEO of Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation champion of financial inclusion for youth empowerment. “And several others serving as special assistants, advisers, and chief executive officers of critical agencies. “This intentional inclusion is a validation of the age-old truth that the youths are not just leaders of tomorrow; they are leaders of today.” The senator said it was no coincidence that one of the fastest-growing sectors under this administration was the digital economy and tech space. He said the president had strategically positioned Nigeria to become a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa. Mr Abiru said through support for tech startups, the expansion of digital infrastructure and favourable regulatory reforms, our young people were now leading a digital revolution. He said: “Across the world, young people are no longer content with being passive observers of governance. “They are innovators, entrepreneurs, digital architects, policy advocates, and reform champions. The 21st century has shifted power dynamics. “As young leaders, your role is not merely to critique policies, but to engage constructively, monitor implementation, propose improvements, and support initiatives that advance national progress.” Mr Abiru said looking ahead to the general elections in 2027, young people must recognise the power of their civic participation. He said supporting continuity where reforms were yielding results was not about partisanship, but it was about stability, progress, and the consolidation of gains already made. Mr Abiru urged the youth to mobilise, organise, and galvanise support for the success of this administration and its re-election in 2027.  He also advised youth parliamentarians that leadership required more than ambition, as it also required competence, character, collaboration, and consistency. Mr Abiru said they might sit this day in a chamber that mirrored the architecture of governance, adding that one day, many of them would occupy positions in the national assembly, state assemblies, and become chief executives. In his remarks, the Speaker of the House, Mudashiru Obasa, said in spite of the Not Too Young Act, which lowered age barrier into public offices, youth representation in legislative chambers remained limited in practice. Mr Obasa, represented by his deputy, Lasbat Meranda, said this reality was a clarion call that youth participation would not flourish by accident; it must be strengthened through deliberate policies and intentional institutional design. He added that in the just concluded 2023 general elections, youths constituted the largest segment of registered voters, yet the translation of voter registration into youth representation remained marginal. According to him, these numbers underscore the reality that our youths are numeric, they have not yet achieved the commensuration influence within the corridor or policy making and law making. In her welcome remarks, the Speaker of the 5th Lagos State Youth Parliament, Itunuoluwa Soniregun, said it gave her pride to welcome guests to the first of its kind Eko Youth Parliamentary Summit. Ms Soniregun, who is also the vice chairperson of the Conference of State Speakers in Nigeria, said this day was a proof that the voice of Lagos youth was no longer a whisper in the corridor of power but a desirable call to shape the state.  She said the Lagos parliament had been recognised as a youth body actively engaged in international partnership that provided opportunities, exposure and open relevance to young people in the state. (NAN)
February 11th 2026
Senator Tokunbo Abiru Delivers New Blocks of Classrooms In 5 Schools In Imota, Ikorodu West, Ikorodu North LCDAs
Several communities in Ikorodu division of Lagos East Senatorial District have expressed excitement following the delivery of new classroom blocks facilitated by Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru to improve educational infrastructure and support better learning outcomes. The beneficiary schools include UNA Primary School, Igbalu, Imota LCDA; Anglican Primary School, Isawo; Ipakodo Senior Grammar School; Local Government Primary School, Ipakodo; and Farm Settlement Primary School, Odogunyan.  The projects were commissioned on behalf of the senator by the executive chairmen of the respective local council authorities: Ameen Apanishile (Ikorodu North LCDA), Sulaimon Kazeem (Ikorodu West LCDA), and Sunday Benson (Imota LCDA). They commended the Senator for attending to the growing educational needs of the people, strengthening ongoing efforts to improve public education infrastructure and human capital development within Lagos East Senatorial District. Speaking through his Special Adviser on Constituency Matters, Otunba Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, PhD, who represented him at the events, Senator Abiru reaffirmed his commitment to delivering the greatest good to the largest number of constituents in Lagos East. He noted that the classroom projects are part of several interventions he had facilitated across the district and assured residents that more impactful projects are underway.  He also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for enabling the funding support that made the projects possible, stressing the President’s commitment to national development. Senator Abiru further acknowledged the Lagos State Government under Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu for sustained efforts aimed at improving learning outcomes through targeted educational interventions.   The Education Secretary, Local Government Education Authority, Ikorodu, Hon. Taiwo Odumbo, commended the Senator for his strides in the education sector in Ikorodu division, and across the Lagos East Senatorial district. He described the performance of the Senator as outstanding, stressing that the division and the entire Lagos East district is blessed to have Senator Abiru as representative at the upper chamber of the National Assembly.   Head teachers, parents, pupils of the schools, School Based Management Committee (SBMC), Community Development Associations(CDAs), expressed gratitude to the Senator for his dedicated service to the people. They said the new facilities will enhance pupils’ comfort, boost morale, and improve academic performance. They described the projects as inclusive initiatives spread across multiple communities to ensure broader access to quality education. 
February 10th 2026
Senator Abiru Highlights Tinubu’s Achievements As Ikorodu Division Rallies Support for President’s Re-Election Bid In 2027
Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru has reaffirmed the strong support of Ikorodu Division, Lagos East Senatorial District and Lagos State for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027, highlighting his major achievements in office, which include key economic reforms and stability, social programmes and massive infrastructure development across the country. Speaking at the Ikorodu Division Unites for 2027 Rally in Ikorodu on Monday, Senator Abiru said the gathering reflected the division’s confidence in the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda and its belief in the direction of current national policies. According to the senator, Nigeria faced a critical turning point in 2023 when President Tinubu assumed office amid economic pressures, declining public confidence and structural challenges. He noted that the administration opted for difficult but necessary reforms aimed at stabilising the economy and laying the foundation for sustainable growth. Among the major policy decisions cited were the removal of fuel subsidy, unification of the foreign exchange market and broader economic restructuring. Abiru said these major policy decisions, though initially challenging, have allowed government resources to be redirected toward priority sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure and social protection.  He pointed to emerging indicators which, according to him, suggest gradual economic improvement. These include stabilising fiscal conditions, record growth in non-oil revenue, five consecutive trade surpluses, stronger external reserves, now at their highest level since 2019, and a significant reduction in Nigeria’s debt service ratio from about 97 per cent to below 50 per cent. The senator also noted that reforms have expanded fiscal space for states and local governments through increased federal allocations, enabling subnational authorities to respond more effectively to local development needs.  Highlighting people-centred initiatives, Abiru referenced the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which he said has provided educational loans to more than 510,000 students nationwide. He also cited CrediCorp, a federal credit programme that has reportedly disbursed over ₦30 billion in affordable loans to more than 150,000 Nigerians. He added that workers’ welfare has received attention through the introduction of a new national minimum wage of ₦70,000, while the ongoing Project Bridge fibre-optic initiative, a proposed 90,000-kilometre digital infrastructure network, is expected to boost connectivity, innovation and economic inclusion.  Abiru further emphasised the role of the National Assembly in supporting the administration’s agenda. According to him, the 10th National Assembly has provided legislative backing through key laws and reforms, including the Student Loan Act, Electricity Act amendment, Data Protection Act, Nigerian Insurance Reforms Bill, Police and broader security sector reforms, as well as measures aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s startup ecosystem and improving revenue harmonisation. He argued that many of the policies reflect governance strategies previously applied during Tinubu’s tenure as Lagos State governor, which he said are now being implemented at the national level. Reaffirming the political stance of his constituency, the senator said the Ikorodu Division was proud to endorse President Tinubu for re-election in 2027, adding that Lagos East and Lagos State remained supportive of the administration’s development agenda. “From Ikorodu Division, Lagos East Senatorial district, Lagos State and across the country, there is a shared commitment to the President’s vision for a stronger, stable and more prosperous Nigeria,” he said. The All Progressives Congress, APC Chairman in Lagos State, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, Members of the prestigious Governance Advisory Council, GAC, Honourable Member, representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Hon. Babajimi Benson, royal fathers eminent political and community leaders, also endorsed the president for a second term.
January 15th 2026
Senator Abiru Highlights President Tinubu’s Economic Reform Gains, Unveils Scorecard at Lagos East APC Stakeholders’ Meeting
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA, has said that Nigeria’s economy is stabilising under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as key macroeconomic reforms begin to yield positive results. Speaking at the Lagos East Senatorial District APC Stakeholders’ Meeting held on Thursday in Ikosi-Isheri, Magodo, Senator Abiru described President Tinubu’s leadership since May 2023 as the “calm of the storm,” noting that the administration took bold but necessary decisions to avert economic collapse and reposition the country for sustainable growth. According to him, reforms such as fuel subsidy removal, foreign exchange unification, fiscal and tax restructuring have started to produce measurable gains, including easing inflation, particularly food inflation, greater exchange rate transparency, improved external reserves and renewed investor confidence. He added that GDP growth has remained positive and that improved subnational revenues are gradually impacting the micro-economy, easing pressure on households and small businesses.  Abiru, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions, urged party leaders to mobilise residents for Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC’s second phase of Continuous Voter Registration and the APC membership e-registration exercise, stressing that data-driven planning is critical to electoral success. He also endorsed the funding structure proposed by the Lagos East APC leadership, emphasising the need for predictable and transparent party financing. Presenting his stewardship, the senator said his representation has been anchored on three pillars: legislation, empowerment and endowment. He highlighted his role in sponsoring and co-sponsoring landmark legislations, including the Insurance Industry Reforms Act and the Copyright Amendment Act, as well as ongoing amendment bills on BOFIA, NEXIM and NAICOM.  On constituency projects, Abiru disclosed that over 35 schools have benefited from classroom construction and rehabilitation, while several health facilities, including 40-bed hospitals and primary health centres across the district, have been constructed or upgraded. He added that about 11 community roads have been completed, with more ongoing, alongside the installation of over 700 solar streetlights, provision of transformers to over 30 communities and construction of 21 motorised boreholes. He further disclosed that 48 cooperative societies, each supported with a ₦10 million take-off grant, amounting to ₦480 million, to boost grassroots economic inclusion was equally launched last December. He added that about 2,000 constituents received empowerment tools like: Freezers, Generators, Ovens, Industrial Sewing Machines and Grinding Machines, among others. While over 80,000 households had so far benefitted from Food Pack schemes, across the district, Abiru informed.  Calling for unity and discipline within the APC, the senator urged stakeholders to continue to support President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, stressing that collective effort remains essential for sustained development in Lagos East, Lagos State and Nigeria. Lagos State APC Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, other elders of the party, who are also members of the Governance Advisory Council, GAC, members of the National Assembly, Lagos State House of Assembly, Commissioners, and other cabinet members of the Lagos State Executive Council from Lagos East, Council chairmen, APC LGA chairmen among others were in attendance.