The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, has congratulated the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday. In a goodwill message, Obasa described Oluremi Tinubu as a phenomenal leader and mentor whose lifetime of public service is an example of purposeful governance. He praised her for her foundational role and enduring guidance during her tenure as First Lady of Lagos State.
Obasa highlighted Oluremi Tinubu's impact through her flagship initiative, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). He noted that she has redefined the Office of the First Lady by providing tangible relief directly to ordinary Nigerians. The initiative has empowered thousands of women petty traders with N50,000 grants across the six geopolitical zones, alongside livelihood tools such as freezers, generators, and grinding machines.
The Speaker commended Oluremi Tinubu's commitment to girl-child education, citing the commissioning of the newly renovated Alternative High School for Girls in Agboju, Lagos. He also recognised her distribution of over 140,000 educational books through the “Educating Linda” scholarship drive. Additionally, Obasa praised her environmental advocacy through the national RHI Green Nigeria Challenge.
Obasa described Oluremi Tinubu as an architect of humanitarian relief through her five-point welfare interventions. These interventions include the Emergency Cash Transfer Programme and HOPE-SP, which provide critical economic lifelines to vulnerable households. He lauded her partnership with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as a shining light for Nigeria's democracy.
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly expressed his gratitude for Oluremi Tinubu's leadership and mentorship. He noted that her political mentorship shaped many leadership journeys in Lagos State and beyond. Obasa also acknowledged her transition from the state level to becoming a three-term Senator and now the First Lady of the Federal Republic.
In his goodwill message, Obasa prayed that Almighty God continues to bless Oluremi Tinubu with robust health, divine wisdom, and many more years of joyful, impactful service to Nigeria. He wished her a happy birthday, expressing appreciation for her contributions to the country. The Lagos Assembly remains profoundly grateful for her leadership and guidance.
Other notable Nigerians have also celebrated Oluremi Tinubu on her 66th birthday. They praised her commitment to a better Nigeria and her role as a mobiliser and unifier. The celebrations reflect the impact and legacy of Oluremi Tinubu's public service and humanitarian efforts.
Key points
- Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa praises Oluremi Tinubu as a phenomenal leader and mentor.
- Oluremi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative has empowered thousands of women petty traders.
- The First Lady's commitment to girl-child education and environmental advocacy has been widely recognised.
