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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, popularly known as “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 9th Nigerian National Assembly, after 32 years of corporate experience (of which 29 years was spent in the banking industry).
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 a 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 was in top Nigeria Financial Institutions such as First of Bank of Nigeria (2002–16), 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 Director: 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 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 a 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 31, 2020 and decided to go into Public Service. He contested for the bye-election of Lagos Senatorial East under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC) Party, and won the election on 5, December 2020 with 89% of the total votes cast to become a Senator of Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Senator Tokunbo 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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Senator Abiru Commissions Rehabilitated Two-Storey Blocks of Classrooms At Alma-mater, Government College Lagos
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, and his wife, Mrs Feyisola Abiru commissioned a rehabilitated two-storey blocks of classrooms, facilitated at his alma mater, Government College Lagos, Eric Moore, Surulere, to improve the learning outcome and promote academic excellence. The projects, commissioned on Monday, were equipped with new furniture, upgraded toilets and a functional water supply system supported by a borehole and a 2,500-gallon tank. The classrooms were increased from 15 to 20 to help limit class sizes to 50 students. Abiru, who attended the school between 1975 and 1981, said the intervention was a personal homecoming. He recalled previous support for the school hall, administrative building and a STEM laboratory equipped with high-speed internet and solar power. He stressed that improved infrastructure must translate into better academic outcomes, expressing concern that the school’s overall performance in the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination fell below 50 per cent. He however, pledged to reward teachers if WAEC results improved significantly, and also pledged cash reward for outstanding students in WAEC.  Abiru urged the school management and relevant authorities to strengthen teaching and supervision, while charging students to embrace discipline and hard work. The senator commended the administration of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for its emphasis on human capital development and sustainable development, and also the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals, Her Excellency Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, for executing the intervention, stressing the need for sustained collaboration to improve public education.  He also expressed appreciation to the Lagos State Government, the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Education District IV, the school management, the Government College Lagos Old Boys Association, teachers and other stakeholders for their continued support.  He said the true measure of the investment would be the quality of students produced and their academic achievements, urging the school community to maintain the facilities and restore the institution’s tradition of excellence.  
October 5th 2026
Senator Abiru Hosts APC Candidates And LG Chairmen Across Lagos East Senatorial District In Strategic Coordination Meeting
Senator Tokunbo Abiru has demonstrated his continued commitment to political coordination and grassroots engagement by hosting candidates of the All Progressives Congress for the Federal House of Representatives, Lagos State House of Assembly, and Local Government Chairmen across Lagos East Senatorial District at his constituency office in Ikorodu.  The strategic meeting brought together key political stakeholders from across the district in what the senator described as an opportunity to strengthen collective resolve and deepen coordination as the party moves into the next phase of its political engagements ahead of the 2027 elections.  During the engagement, participants exchanged views on issues affecting their various communities, the importance of sustained grassroots outreach, and the need for unity and effective collaboration among all stakeholders across the senatorial district. Senator Abiru stressed that the strength of any political structure lies in its ability to remain genuinely connected with the people and responsive to their aspirations, a philosophy that has defined his approach to representation since assuming office.  The senator expressed appreciation to all the candidates and Local Government Chairmen who attended for their presence, contributions, and commitment to the progress of Lagos East. He assured them that as the party looks ahead, the focus remains on staying coordinated, grounded in the communities they serve, and unwavering in their commitment to the people of Lagos East Senatorial District. 
October 5th 2026
World Teachers’ Day: Senator Tokunbo Abiru Salutes Teachers, Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Education
On this year’s World Teachers’ Day, I celebrate our dedicated teachers across Lagos East Senatorial District and Nigeria for their invaluable contributions to education, human capital development and nation-building. Teachers are the foundation of every thriving society. Through their knowledge, patience and commitment, they shape young minds, nurture talents and equip future generations with the skills and values needed to succeed. I remain convinced that quality education begins with empowered teachers. Through the SAIL Empowerment Foundation, we continue to invest in our teachers through initiatives such as the Teachers’ Fellowship, in partnership with MTN Nigeria Foundation, which has upskilled over 10,000 teachers across Nigeria in modern teaching methodologies, including Inquiry-Based Learning. Our commitment to teachers also extends to young learners through the STEM Programme at the SAIL Innovation Lab, Ikorodu,, where public-school pupils are introduced to 3D technology, robotics and digital creativity. Complementary programmes in Data Science, Tech Talent Development and Digital Marketing further prepare our young people for opportunities in an increasingly digital world. We have also facilitated the construction and equipping of schools across Lagos East, recognising that quality teaching must be supported by conducive learning environments and improved educational infrastructure. To every teacher across Lagos East and Nigeria, I salute your resilience, sacrifice and unwavering dedication. The impact of your work endures in every life. Happy World Teachers’ Day 2026!
September 11th 2026
MTN-SAIL Teachers’ Fellowship Trains 5,000 Public School Teachers, Introduces AI-Assisted Teaching to Nigerian Classrooms
The SAIL Empowerment Foundation and the MTN Foundation have trained 5,000 Nigerian public-school teachers in Inquiry-Based Learning and AI-assisted teaching under the 2nd Cohort of the MTN-SAIL Teachers’ Fellowship. Of these, 500 teachers selected for Phase 2 graduated at a ceremony held on Thursday at the MTN Roof-Top Event Hall, Falomo, Ikoyi, Lagos.  This cohort is the first to include a formal artificial intelligence component, with Microsoft contributing the curriculum through the MTN Foundation. The graduating teachers are among the first public school educators in Nigeria formally trained in responsible AI-assisted teaching. Valedictorians attended the ceremony in person from states across the federation, while the rest of the graduating class joined online from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The ceremony marked another milestone in the Foundation’s work to strengthen Nigeria’s education system through teacher development.  Delivering the keynote address, Co-Founder of SAIL Empowerment Foundation, Mrs Feyisola Abiru, said the initiative was built on the conviction that the teacher remains the most critical link between education policy and the Nigerian child.  She said the Fellowship, which began in 2022, has now trained more than 10,000 Nigerian public school teachers across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. According to her, the current cohort was made up entirely of public school teachers, reflecting SAIL’s deliberate focus on the education system that serves the majority of Nigerian children. The teachers were drawn from communities where this kind of professional development is hardest to access. Abiru described teachers as “multipliers,” noting that if each of the 5,000 teachers trained in the current cohort reaches an average of 80 pupils a year, the programme could indirectly impact about 400,000 children in a single year. She urged the graduands to go beyond collecting certificates and apply their knowledge in the classroom, train other teachers, and remain connected to the SAIL Alumni Network. Three outstanding graduands were recognised for exceptional commitment and classroom application of the training. Each received a new laptop and laptop bag from the SAIL Empowerment Foundation to support continued learning and teaching.  Abiru also announced plans to establish a permanent SAIL Alumni Network, alongside the launch of the “SAIL: Where Are You Now?” reconnection campaign and the inaugural SAIL Founders’ Day and Alumni Celebration scheduled for December. She added that SAIL’s evolving institutional structure, including an independent Board of Trustees, is designed to ensure the Foundation remains sustainable and accountable beyond its founders. The Foundation also announced the SAIL Innovation Lab and Sport Centre, currently under construction in Orimedu, Ibeju-Lekki. The facility will include a dedicated Teachers’ Lounge. Executive Director of the MTN Foundation, Mrs Odunayo Sanya, reaffirmed the MTN Foundation’s commitment to the Teachers’ Fellowship, noting the impact the programme has made. She said the primary goal of the training is to improve the quality of primary and secondary education in Nigeria, adding that Inquiry-Based Learning methods have made lessons more participatory and improved learning outcomes. 