President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his "truest friend and confidante". In a personal birthday message, the President praised her patience, courage, compassion, and unwavering support throughout their years together. He expressed his appreciation for her presence in his life, saying she had stood beside him through difficult periods, offering counsel and prayers.
Tinubu said that if life offered him an opportunity to start over, he would choose the same road that led him to Oluremi. He quoted a Yoruba proverb, "Ìyàwó rere ni adé ọkọ rẹ̀", meaning that a good wife is her husband's crown, and said Oluremi had given practical meaning to the saying in his life. The President noted that she had borne the burdens that were his to bear and had been a source of calm and counsel during periods of uncertainty.
The President praised Oluremi for her willingness to offer him honest counsel, saying she often told him what he needed to hear even when he would rather not hear it. He described her as his truest friend and confidante, saying she spoke the truth plainly. Tinubu also highlighted the impact of Oluremi's devotion on their children and grandchildren, who had grown under the shelter of her prayers and carried her values of faith and kindness.
Beyond her role within the family, Tinubu highlighted Oluremi's public service and humanitarian activities, citing her work through the New Era Foundation and the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). He noted that her humanitarian interventions had reached young people, widows, elderly citizens, and women farmers, while also supporting people affected by tuberculosis and other diseases.
Tinubu said Oluremi's compassion transcended ethnic, regional, and religious boundaries. He recalled that her care had reached many people across the country, and that she had touched lives quietly and consistently, offering hope and support to those in need. The President expressed his gratitude for the life they had built together and prayed for many more years of good health and happiness for Oluremi.
Reflecting on their years together, Tinubu said their journey had been marked by difficult decisions, sacrifices, laughter, and prayer. He thanked Oluremi for being his partner and expressed his appreciation for her love and support. The President prayed that God Almighty would grant Oluremi many more years in good health and joy.
The President's message was a heartfelt tribute to Oluremi, highlighting her qualities and the impact she had had on his life and the lives of many others. He wished her a happy 66th birthday and expressed his hope that the years ahead would bring her the same comfort and happiness she had given to him and many others.
Key points
- President Tinubu praises wife Oluremi on her 66th birthday, calling her his "truest friend and confidante".
- Oluremi's humanitarian work through the New Era Foundation and Renewed Hope Initiative has reached many people across Nigeria.
- Tinubu says he would choose the same road that led him to Oluremi if life offered him an opportunity to start over.
