Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday. In a statement released on Monday, Oyebanji praised Senator Tinubu's virtues, worth, impact, and legacies, describing her as a pillar of support for President Bola Tinubu. He noted that she has positively changed the lives of many Nigerians since becoming First Lady in 2023.
Oyebanji highlighted Senator Tinubu's compassion and contributions to the nation, citing her role as a teacher, politician, and First Lady of Lagos State. He also acknowledged her distinguished service as a senator in the National Assembly and her current position as First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The governor's statement was released by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, in Ado Ekiti.
The governor praised Senator Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative, which has touched many lives across the country in areas such as education, poverty alleviation, and empowerment of vulnerable citizens. He noted that beneficiaries of her initiatives can be found in Ekiti State, including students who have received scholarships and laptop computers, and female farmers who have received financial support and farming inputs.
Oyebanji also mentioned that widows and senior citizens in Ekiti State have received foodstuffs, cash grants, and other forms of support through the Renewed Hope Initiative. Additionally, he cited the ICT Centre facilitated for Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti, by the First Lady, which he described as a demonstration of her kindness and support for his administration's development efforts in the state.
The governor recalled Senator Tinubu's recent visit to Ekiti State, during which thousands of traders were empowered, and a state-of-the-art ICT Centre was inaugurated at Ekiti State University under the Renewed Hope Initiative. He expressed gratitude for her personal generosity and the platform of her pet project, which has benefited the state.
Oyebanji prayed to God to spare Senator Tinubu's life and grant her long life and sound health, wishing her many happy returns of the day on behalf of the government and people of Ekiti State. The governor's congratulatory message was well-received by many, who appreciate his kind words and acknowledgement of the First Lady's contributions to the nation.
The congratulatory message from Governor Oyebanji is a testament to the good relationship between Ekiti State and the First Lady's office. Senator Tinubu's efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of Nigerians have earned her recognition and appreciation from various quarters, including the Ekiti State government.
Key points
- Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, congratulates First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday.
- Oyebanji praises Senator Tinubu's virtues, impact, and legacies, describing her as a pillar of support for President Bola Tinubu.
- The governor highlights Senator Tinubu's contributions to the nation, including her Renewed Hope Initiative, which has touched many lives across the country.
