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Remi Tinubu counters US Congress claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria

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Remi Tinubu counters US

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has dismissed claims that Christians are being subjected to genocide in Nigeria, insisting that the country’s security challenges are not rooted in religious persecution. Speaking during an interview with CBN News in Washington, D.C., Senator Tinubu said the wave of violence across parts of the country is driven largely by poverty, terrorism, and political instability rather than a targeted campaign against any particular faith group. Her remarks come amid renewed scrutiny from some members of the United States Congress who have raised concerns about attacks…

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“Christian Genocide’ allegation propaganda to destabilise Tinubu’s Govt.” – Remi Tinubu

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Remi Tinubu on genocide

The First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has dismissed growing international claims of a Christian genocide in Nigeria as “propaganda” designed to undermine the administration of her husband, Bola Tinubu. Speaking during separate engagements in the United States, Mrs. Tinubu said the narrative of systematic killing of Christians was exaggerated and politically motivated, insisting that it resurfaced after the Federal Government stabilised the nation’s troubled economy. In an interview on Thursday, the First Lady said her trip to the U.S. was partly to “clarify recent hype on social media that there is…

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Remi Tinubu shuts down Gov. Adeleke on stage

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Remi Tinubu Adeleke

…Threatens to turn-off his mic for singing Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, during her coronation ceremony as the Yeye Asiwaju Ile Oodua at the weekend, interrupted Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke’s speech, threatening to switch-off the microphone as he sang. Recall that the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Sunday conferred the title of Yeye Asiwaju Ile Oodua on Mrs Tinubu during the 10th anniversary of his coronation. The title was previously held by the Late Hannah Idowu Dideolu Awolowo, the wife of the Late sage and…

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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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“Senator Tinubu iscompassionate First Lady” – Uba Sani

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Uba Sani on Remi Tinubu

By AbdulAzeez Ahmed-Kadir Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has described Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, as the mother of the nation who is caring and compassionate. The Governor, who stated this in his remarks during the distribution of food items and palliatives for Christmas and New Year, Umaru Yar’adua Conference Centre, Kaduna, said that “Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s life is one totally devoted to the service of humanity. As First Lady of Lagos State, she initiated many social intervention programmes to uplift the living conditions of the poor,…

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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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