President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound grief following the confirmation of the death of a foremost Nigerian industrialist and philanthropist, Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle.
A Visionary Engineer and Industrialist Passes On
The respected businessman, who was the Chairman of Miccom Wires and Cable Company, passed away at the age of 86. Chief Ponle was also widely known as the founder of the Miccom Golf and Resort located in Ada, Osun State.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, December 18, 2025, and signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu paid glowing tribute to the late elder statesman. The President described Chief Ponle as a visionary and accomplished professional whose life's work significantly bolstered Nigeria's engineering sector and contributed to broader economic growth.
Legacy of National Development and Community Upliftment
President Tinubu highlighted that the deceased distinguished himself through unwavering dedication, innovation, and integrity. He successfully built MicCom Engineering Nigeria Limited into a highly reputable indigenous industrial firm.
"Engineer Ponle provided employment opportunities to many young people. He contributed meaningfully to national development as he also helped to uplift his immediate community," the President's statement read.
Beyond engineering, Tinubu underscored Chief Ponle's lasting impact on other critical sectors. His establishment of the Miccom Golf and Resort marked a significant investment in Nigeria's tourism landscape. The President also acknowledged the philanthropist's substantial contributions to education within Osun State, reflecting a deep-seated commitment to community development and human capital growth.
Condolences and Final Tributes
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the Ponle family, the management and staff of MicCom Engineering, as well as the deceased's numerous friends and professional associates. President Tinubu prayed that God would grant the bereaved family the fortitude to bear the loss and grant the soul of the late Chief eternal rest.
The passing of Chief Michael Abiodun Ponle represents a major loss to Nigeria's industrial, tourism, and philanthropic circles, marking the end of an era defined by enterprise and generosity.
