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Senator Remi Tinubu: A Different Kind of First Lady

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By Jumai Ahmadu PhD.  Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, is proving that the role of First Lady can be more than ceremonial. She has chosen to make her office a platform for service, empowerment, and social impact. Many are of the opinion that her leadership style is pro-people, and her actions are leaving footprints of hope across the country. Senator Tinubu, on her just recent 65th birthday, and perhaps in one of her most striking gesture, instead of personal gifts, made a heartfelt appeal: she asked Nigerians and friends…

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Remi Tinubu raises ₦20bn for abandoned National Library in Abuja 

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Remi Tinubu National Library

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has raised over ₦20 billion for the National Library project in Abuja. Recall that earlier this month, the First Lady appealed to well-wishers to convert birthday gifts and greetings into donations for the completion of the National Library project. The First Lady, a former lawmaker who turned 65 on September 21, 2025, in a video message, said she would dedicate the day to God and a cause which she described as close to her heart, rather than host a lavish celebration. The Fund, according to her,…

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“We are finished”, Obi faults Remi Tinubu’s birthday donation appeal

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Obi faults Remi

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, (LP), Peter Obi, has criticized the Nigerian government’s handling of national priorities following a birthday appeal made by Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. In a statement shared on his X handle, Obi congratulated Mrs. Tinubu on her birthday and commended her for urging well-wishers to donate toward the completion of the long-abandoned National Library in Abuja, rather than spend on celebratory cakes or newspaper adverts. However, the former Anambra State governor noted that the appeal, though well-intentioned, was a stark indictment of…

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“Nigeria owes you a lot” – Tinubu hails wife on 65th birthday

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Tinubu hails wife

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday celebrated his wife’s 65th birthday, saying Nigeria owes the First Lady a lot. In a statement, the President described Oluremi as the love of his life and a steadfast source of strength through years of political struggle and public service. He said his wife had been his anchor during difficult seasons, from years of exile to the demands of leadership, standing by him with patience, dignity, and devotion. “As you celebrate your 65th birthday today, I honour not only the love of my life, but…

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Remi Tinubu donates ₦1bn to Plateau victims

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Remi Tinubu donates

…Says ‘it’s about love, not politics’ In a powerful show of empathy and national solidarity, Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday donated ₦1 billion to victims of violent attacks in Plateau State, declaring that her action was borne out of deep compassion rather than political considerations. The donation, made through her Renewed Hope Initiative, is one of the largest single humanitarian gestures by any First Lady in recent Nigerian history.  Speaking during her official visit to Jos, the state capital, Mrs. Tinubu met with community leaders, victims’ families,…

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Hardship: First Lady, NSA Ribadu to lead national prayer for Nigeria

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First Lady, Ribadu on national prayer

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu are to lead a national prayer session in response to the numerous challenges Nigeria currently face. The event, organised in collaboration with Christian and Muslim leaders, seeks divine intervention for Nigerias healing process. Director-General of the National Prayer Forum, Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, who announced the initiative during a press briefing in Abuja, said the events theme is: Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigerias Affairs”. According to him, By the end of this prayer session, we believe…

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A’Ibom Gov. names daughterFirst Lady following wifes passing

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A'Ibom Gov

Says he lacks money to marry another wife Akwa-bom State governor, Umo Eno, has ruled out the possibility of taking a second wife due to financial constraints. The governors statement comes amidst speculation about his personal life, but he has consistently maintained that his focus is on governing the State. He humorously dismissed the idea during a separate visit by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. He said, Im not considering remarrying anytime soon. I dont have the money to pay another bride price.

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First Lady@64: You’re my greatest supporter – Tinubu

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First Lady@64

..Writes emotional message for wife President Bola Tinubu has publicly praised the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu on her 64th birthday anniversary, hailing her as his greatest supporter and a pillar of strength in both his personal and political life. President Tinubu yesterday, wrote: Since we began this journey together, you have been my rock, confidante, greatest supporter, and the love of my life. Highlighting his unwavering support, the President credited Oluremi with being a source of strength and guidance through challenging times. Your love sustains me, wisdom guides me, and…

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Japa: ‘Jesus mentioned there will always be poor people’ – Remi Tinubu

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First Lady Remi Tinubu has censured Nigerians fleeing the country to take up menial jobs abroad and urged wealthy Nigerians to support the needy. The First Lady made a rallying call for Nigerians to help each other, in a recent interview on a television programme. Nigerians, we can help each other, she stated.??Quoting the Bible, Matthew 26:11, Remi Tinubu, a pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, cited Jesus Christ, acknowledging that there will always be poor people worldwide. You know, I believe in social development and social investment…

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Why Nigerian Presidents will no longer seek medical tourism abroad Aisha Buhari

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First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has stated that the newly inaugurated 21 billion Presidential Wing of the State House Medical Centre will eliminate the need for future presidents and their families to seek medical treatment abroad. She stated this after President Muhammadu Buhari commissioned the new N21 billion Presidential/VIP Wing of the State House Medical Centre, located within the precincts of Presidential Villa in Abuja. Speaking to State House reporters after the President had caught the tape and concluded a guided tour of the facility, the First Lady, said the facility…

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