President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his truest friend, confidante, and life partner. In a heartfelt birthday message, the President praised Oluremi for standing by him through every season of their life together with patience, grace, and uncommon courage. He acknowledged that the burdens he carried often found their way onto Oluremi's shoulders.
The President said that Oluremi had been a source of counsel and comfort, often sensing when he needed guidance before he asked. He described her as the person who truly understood him, and praised her courage to speak the truth even when he would rather not hear it. Tinubu appreciated her honesty, saying that after a demanding day, she would wait until they were alone before telling him what he needed to hear.
President Tinubu also praised Oluremi's devotion to their family, saying their children and grandchildren had grown under the shelter of her prayers and carried her values of faith and kindness. He acknowledged her compassion, generosity, and steadfast faith, saying Nigerians knew her for quietly touching lives and offering hope to those in need. Oluremi's humanitarian work through the New Era Foundation and the Renewed Hope Initiative has reached vulnerable Nigerians nationwide.
The President recalled that Oluremi's interventions had supported young people, widows, elderly citizens, and women farmers, while those affected by tuberculosis and other diseases had found a compassionate advocate in her. He said her prayers for people whose names she may never know and her help to those she had never met demonstrated her selflessness. Tinubu noted that compassion had never recognised the boundaries of tribe, region, or religion for Oluremi.
Reflecting on their journey together, Tinubu said their years together had been marked by difficult decisions, sacrifices, laughter, and prayer. He thanked Oluremi for the life they had built together and prayed that God would grant her many more years in good health and joy. The President's message was a testament to the deep affection and respect he has for his wife.
The First Lady's humanitarian work has made a significant impact on the lives of many Nigerians. Through the New Era Foundation and the Renewed Hope Initiative, Oluremi has provided support to those in need, demonstrating her commitment to the well-being of others. Her compassion and generosity have earned her recognition and appreciation from across the country.
President Tinubu concluded his message by wishing Oluremi a happy 66th birthday and praying that God Almighty would grant her many more years in good health and joy. The President's celebration of his wife's birthday was a heartfelt tribute to her love, support, and dedication to their family and the Nigerian people.
Key points
- President Tinubu praises Oluremi as his truest friend and life partner on her 66th birthday.
- Oluremi's humanitarian work has supported vulnerable Nigerians nationwide through the New Era Foundation and the Renewed Hope Initiative.
- The President appreciates Oluremi's compassion, generosity, and steadfast faith, saying Nigerians know her for quietly touching lives and offering hope to those in need.