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FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU CALLS FOR UNITY AND PROSPERITY IN 2025 NEW YEAR MESSAGE

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed optimism about the country’s prospects in 2025, describing it as a year of “prosperity and abundance.” In her New Year message, she called for unity and a renewed commitment to building a thriving nation. Senator Tinubu urged Nigerians to rise above their differences and rebuild the bridges that connect them, emphasizing the importance of love, respect, and understanding. She stressed that 2025 is a year to invest in one another, nurture the youth, and protect the dignity of the elderly. The First Lady also reaffirmed the government’s dedication to economic reforms under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. She expressed confidence that these measures would unlock the nation’s potential and lay the foundation for sustainable growth. Senator Tinubu assured Nigerians that the administration is committed to implementing transformative reforms that will unleash Nigeria’s economic potential. She called on citizens to support one another and work toward the shared vision of a prosperous Nigeria. In conclusion, Senator Tinubu said, “Together, we can build the Nigeria we all desire. Together, we will. Happy New Year, Nigeria. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU WELCOMES BABY OF THE YEAR 2025

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, welcomed the first baby of the year, a female born at the Asokoro General Hospital in Abuja. The baby, Chioma Odion Oyigbo, was born at 12:27 a.m. weighing 3.6kg. A statement signed by SSA Media to the First Lady of Nigeria, Busola Kukoyi, noted that the baby was presented with gifts, cash, and a hard copy of her birth registration certificate. Busola Kukoyi reported that the First Lady, represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shetimma, prayed for the children and admonished the parents to give them adequate attention and care. She emphasized that the health and well-being of the children should always be a priority. Other babies born on January 1st also received gifts to celebrate their birth. In her New Year message, Senator Oluremi Tinubu assured Nigerians of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to undertaking measures that will deepen the nation’s economy. As Busola Kukoyi noted, the First Lady urged Nigerians to rise above their differences and rebuild the bridges that connect them. “As we journey through 2025, let us rise above our differences and rebuild the bridges that connect us—bridges of love, respect, and understanding,” she said. The First Lady’s message emphasized the importance of unity and investing in one another . She stated, “Let us stand together, lifting each other up, and ensuring no one is left behind. Together, we can build the Nigeria we all desire. Together, we will.” The First Lady’s New Year message was a call to action for Nigerians to work together towards a brighter future.

Yuletide: First Lady empowers 250 elderly persons in Edo.

Two hundred and fifty elderly men and women have benefited from the second edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme of the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu.The first lady revealed that 250 elderly citizens from each of the 36 states of the Federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), will benefit from the scheme.The Administrator, office of the First Lady, Edesili Anani, who represented the president’s wife at the event, said the beneficiaries will also include veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA).Mrs. Tinubu noted that the governing board of the scheme has decided to increase the yearly grant from N100,000 to N200,000 this year to provide further support to the elderly citizens during this festive season.“A total of N1. 9 billion will be disbursed across the nation. The coordinators in the 36 states of the federation, the FCT and DEPOWA, have received N50 million each, out of which N200,000 will be distributed today to each beneficiary,” she said.The first lady noted that besides the support, a free medical check-up and other sundry items will be provided to the beneficiaries. She urged them to remember prioritizing their health and celebrate the festive season.Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, commended the president and his wife for the initiative, which he said will go a long way in meeting their needs as they celebrate the festive season.“I want to welcome you to this programme, which is a brain child of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. We should appreciate her for this great and kind gesture.“This is to let you know that we have a first lady that cares, and she remembered you at this festive period as she is a woman that means well for this nation.“The president has spoken in volumes as he has continued to support his wife and want you to know that a new Edo is rising. “With the renewed hope agenda of the president and the renewed hope initiative of our first lady, our future is secured, and Edo is rising again. This Christmas will be full of joy. Enjoy the festive season,” Gov. Okpebholo stated.