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  • First Lady lifts victims of Niger tanker explosion with N100m

    First Lady lifts victims of Niger tanker explosion with N100m

    • ‘Abdulsalami, Babangida have helped to stabilise Nigeria’
    • Senator Tinubu is Nigeria’s number one Ambassador, says ex-Head of State

    The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, yesterday donated N100 million to the families of 70 victims of the oil tanker explosion that occurred at Dikko Junction near Suleja in Niger State on January 18.

    Speaking at the Niger State Government House in Minna during her private visit to the state, Mrs. Tinubu said she donated the money to alleviate the sufferings of the victims’ families so that they would not feel the impact of the disaster.

    “We usually write a condolence letter to the governor each time we are aware of any challenges in the state. But this recent one, I know I had to do something. We are donating N100 million to rehabilitate the families. We are looking at 70 families. Each family will have N1 million to help them settle while the balance will be shared among them for other extra expenses, like food items and others.

    “This is to help them so that they won’t feel the disaster and its impact. We pray such a disaster will not happen again. We pray that this will be an end to it, so that progress can come in,” she said.

    The First Lady said she was not in the state for an official visit but on a private visit to two former Heads of State, Generals Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida and Abdulsalami Abubakar.

    She hailed Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago for his administration’s agricultural programme.

    “You have been doing a lot in agriculture. You should be proud of yourself. May God help you,” Mrs. Tinubu said.

    Governor Bago expressed appreciation to the First Lady for her visit and her donation to the victims of the oil tanker explosion.

    The governor assured her that his wife, who is the State Coordinator of Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), would share the donation as the First Lady had directed.

    He said: “This is a consolidation of our relationship as a state and country. We are grateful that you have come to share with us in pains and commiserate with Niger residents over the losses we had in recent times, the tanker explosion in Dikko, the dynamite explosion in Magama Local Government Area and Mashegu and the collapsed mines in Shiroro Local Government. 

    “Though this is not a state visit, it is a personal visit. But we really appreciate you, Ma. Thank you so much for your widow’s mite…”

    Also, Mrs. Tinubu yesterday embarked on private visits to two former Heads of State – Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Abdulsalami Abubakar – in Minna, the Niger State capital.

    Read Also: Niger tanker explosion death toll rises to 98, 69 injured – NSEMA 

    The First Lady applauded the contributions of former military leaders in stabilising the country, especially during the subsidy removal when tension was high.

    Addressing reporters when she visited General Abubakar, Mrs. Tinubu said General Abdulsalami had always sent words of encouragement to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    She referred to both former leaders as fathers of the nation, adding that it is only proper to show them respect by paying them visits.

    “I haven’t seen Daddy (Abdulsalami) and Mummy for a long time. We did not make it here when we were campaigning and we feel it is not proper for us to be talking to them only on the phone. Where I come from, it is not considered respectful. It is only right for a Nigerian who has a proper upbringing to come and greet them.

    “General Abdulsalami is doing a lot for us, trying to juggle and stabilise the government to an extent. This is because with subsidy removal, people were getting a lot agitated. But we thank them for the patience because, if they do not believe that we can do it, it is not what we should be talking about now.

    “Daddy (Abdulsalami) has always encouraged Mr. President. So, it is only right for us to come and visit him. When I went to Abeokuta (Ogun State), I went to see Baba (ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo) even though he wasn’t there. But he said he would come and see me in Lagos.

    “It is right for me to come here and greet them because they are the fathers of our nation, the patriarchs of this great nation. It is good for us to pay our respect. It is nothing political; it is just respect for me and Hajiya Nana Shettima (the Vice President’s wife). That is why we do not have any entourage, like the governors’ wives accompanying us. It is a private visit,” she said.

    General Abubakar expressed appreciation for the First Lady’s visit, saying: “It is a pressure for the First Lady to come and visit us. She has been planning to come and pay her respects to us. I want to thank the First Lady for what she is doing and will continue to do, especially for the young children, the motherless and the orphans.

    “She has done very well during her first and second years in office. She has done the Nigerian fabric, and she has done a lot of things to bring out Nigeria and place a positive image of Nigeria to Nigerians and the rest of the world. She is Nigeria’s number one Ambassador.

    “I want to thank her for what she has been doing. She has been carrying the governors’ wives along, and in all the things you are doing, you are in consultation with the former First Ladies.

    “I want to thank you for this visit. Through you, I want to say thank you to Mr. President for allowing you to come and visit us.”

  • JUST IN: First Lady meets IBB, Abdulsalami in Minna

    JUST IN: First Lady meets IBB, Abdulsalami in Minna

    The wife of the president, Oluremi Tinubu, met on Tuesday with former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida and the former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, at their uphill residences in Minna.

    Mrs. Tinubu arrived in a private aircraft at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport in Minna at about 10.30 am. 

    She was received at the airport by the Niger state Governor, Dr Umaru Mohammed Bago and his wife, Hajiya Fatima Bago.

    The wife of the president proceeded directly from the airport to the Uphill residence of former Military President Ibrahim Babangida, where she held a closed-door meeting with him for about 35 minutes.

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    Afterward, she visited the nearby residence of former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, for another meeting that was still ongoing at the time of filing this report.

    Journalists, except those in the Niger State Governor’s press crew, were not informed about the meetings. When asked, officials described the visits as private.

    Details shortly… 

  • First Lady empowers Oyo women farmers to boost food security

    First Lady empowers Oyo women farmers to boost food security

    Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered women farmers in Oyo State through training, cash support, and farm equipment to enhance food sustainability in the state. 

    The initiative, titled the Women Agricultural Support Programme in Oyo State, was organized by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), the First Lady’s empowerment program. 

    Speaking on behalf of Mrs Tinubu, the wife of Oyo State Governor and RHI Coordinator in the state, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde, described the initiative as proof of the First Lady’s commitment to empowering women in agriculture and ensuring national food security. 

    She emphasized that empowering women is crucial for achieving gender equality, financial independence, and unlocking their full potential.

    She also highlighted the importance of agriculture in Nigeria’s economic diversification, stating that the government is taking concrete steps to support the sector. 

    According to her, agriculture has long been the backbone of the economy, particularly in the southwest, providing sustenance, employment, and economic empowerment to millions across the country.

    She said: “We can achieve this with dedication. Here in Oyo State, we recognize the critical role women play in Agricultural production from subsistent farming to large-scale production. Women are not just farmers, they are food providers, business owners and drivers of national development.

    “By empowering women in Agriculture, we’re not only enhancing food security but also fostering economic goals.”

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    She, however, thanked Mrs Tinubu for her continuous efforts in uplifting women across different sectors and for working with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

    She urged beneficiaries to embrace the best practices of empowerment so that Oyo state can create sustainable agricultural service, and encourage value addition and food sufficiency service for generations to come.

    In her remarks, the Oyo state coordinator of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Mrs Kakulu Omonele said the programme will encourage more women to join farming and help to improve those already in farming.

    Some of the beneficiaries lauded the effort of Mrs Tinubu towards the welfare of women across the nation.

    They also applauded Mrs Makinde for the programme, promising to use the empowerment judiciously.

  • Moment First Lady stopped convoy to greet school children in Kwara

    Moment First Lady stopped convoy to greet school children in Kwara

    Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, visited Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, to officially commission the newly constructed General Babatunde Idiagbon Flyover at Tanke and the Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari Flyover. 

    During the event, Tinubu paused her convoy after noticing a group of schoolchildren gathered outside their school, singing and cheering her on.

    She took a moment to address them, urging them to focus on their education and avoid any actions that could jeopardize their future. 

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    The gesture was highlighted in a statement by her Special Assistant on Media, Busola Kukoyi.

    She wrote: “The highlight of the would be the spontaneous stoppage of the First Lady and her entourage to join hundreds of schoolchildren who had rushed out of their school premises to sing and cheer.

    After the First Lady sighted the children, she alighted from her vehicle where she admonished the excited children to face their studies and shun all acts or behaviour that could jeopardize their future.”

    The statement disclosed that President Tinubu is visiting the state to officially kick off the distribution of professional kits to midwives as part of the Renewed Hope Initiative.

  • First Lady mourns Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor’s daughter

    First Lady mourns Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor’s daughter

    First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Dr. Blessing Eyakenyi Adewunmi, daughter of Akwa Ibom’s Deputy Governor Akon Eyakenyi.

    Describing the news as a “great shock and sadness,” the First Lady extended heartfelt condolences to Dr. Blessing’s husband, parents, and the entire family. 

    She lamented that her passing was “extremely painful and a great loss.”

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    Senator Tinubu encouraged the bereaved family to draw strength from faith, quoting 1 Thessalonians 5:18, which states, “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 

    She also referenced Job 1:21, affirming, “The LORD gave, and the LORD hath taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD.”

    The First Lady prayed that these words would bring comfort and fortitude to the grieving family. 

    “May the Lord God grant you all the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss,” she said, adding, “May her gentle soul rest in peace.”

  • First Lady presents N50m grant to 1,000 women traders in Kwara

    First Lady presents N50m grant to 1,000 women traders in Kwara

    First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has presented a N50 million cash grant to 1,000 women petty traders in Kwara State.

    The presentation took place in Ilorin, the state capital, during the official commissioning of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) community ICT Centre.

    The initiative is a collaboration between NITDA and the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) under its Social Investment Programme.

    She added: “In the spirit of today’s event, the Renewed Hope Initiative, under the RHI Economic Empowerment scope will be presenting a grant N50 million  to the first lady of the state and RHI state coordinator to support another set of 1,000 women petty traders with the sum of N50,000 each to recapitalize their existing businesses. 

    “We had earlier empowered 1,000 women petty traders on the 22nd August, 2024. 

    Under the RHI Social Investment programme, 250 elderly citizens were given a grant of N200,000 each on the 17th December, 2024 to celebrate the yuletide season. 

    In addition, RHI, under its Education Programme is collaborating with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to build an Alternative High School for Girls in Kwara State. 

    “This is to provide another opportunity to access education for girls and women who dropped out of school due to early pregnancies, child marriages and other socio-economic reasons. 

    “Also, Kwara State has been nominated to benefit from the construction of a model Early Childhood Care Development Education (ECCDE) Centre, which will be built in Ilorin. As part of the fruit of our collaboration with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), Kwara State University is to benefit from the establishment of an ICT Experience Centre. 

    “Also, under our RHI agriculture programme, women and young farmers will benefit from the 68.9 million Naira Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security Support grant.

    “This grant has been made available to Kwara State, through the first lady and RHI State Coordinator, who will be responsible for the implementation of the Women Agricultural Support Programme (WASP), Youth Agricultural Support Programme, Every Home a Garden and Young Farmers Club of the Renewed Hope Initiative.”

    Continuing, Mrs Tinubu said: “So far, NITDA has constructed four community ICT centres in total. This centre we are commissioning today is the second, while Benue and Oyo centres are ready to be commissioned soon. 

    “Other digital economy centres have also been fully equipped with computers and other ICT materials in five (5) States namely –  Jigawa, Ebonyi, Cross River, Oyo, Niger, and the Federal Capital Territory. 

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    “Ten (10) additional digital economy centres in Abia, Edo, Delta, Ondo, Kano, Katsina, Lagos, Nasarawa, Yobe, and Zamfara are also being fully equipped with ICT materials and will be ready for commissioning soon.  

    “By equipping themselves with ICT skills, women and girls can enhance their educational prospects, be self-reliant, participate in the global economy, and support their families. 

    “Therefore, today’s commissioning presents us with another opportunity under the mandate of the Ministry of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy to further expand digital access to our citizens, by providing communities with the resources they require to develop ICT skills. 

    “This is in line with the priority area of the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to accelerate economic diversification through industrialisation and digitalisation.”

    Earlier, Kwara State First Lady Olufolake AbdulRazaq said that the commissioning “speaks to the many engagements and partnerships of the Senator Tinubu towards ensuring that Nigerians are adequately supported in the pursuit of their goals and improving livelihoods of the most indigent to complement the efforts of Mr. President Tinubu and the Federal Government in this regard.”

  • First Lady to inaugurate AbdulRazaq’s legacy projects in Kwara

    First Lady to inaugurate AbdulRazaq’s legacy projects in Kwara

    Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is set to inaugurate several landmark projects initiated by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq in Kwara State. 

    Among the projects scheduled for commissioning are the Unity Flyover, an ultramodern Intensive Care Unit (ICU), an Executive Ward, and the Gen. Tunde Idiagbon Flyover, named in honour of the late military leader. 

    Governor AbdulRazaq has also approved the renaming of several old and new legacy projects in the state to honour prominent historical figures and leaders.

    The multibillion-naira Civil Service Clinic will be named after the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who will perform its groundbreaking ceremony during her visit to the state from January 28 to 30, 2025. 

    Senator Tinubu will also commission an ICT Centre at the Kwara State University of Education, constructed under the Renewed Hope Initiative of her office. 

    As part of the renaming efforts, the road leading to the flyover will now be known as Tafawa Balewa Road, in tribute to Nigeria’s former Prime Minister, who was assassinated during the January 1966 military coup, according to a statement by the governor’s media aide, Rafiu Ajakaye.

    The statement reads: “The governor has meanwhile approved for the ICT Centre to be named after former Minister Amina Ndalolo, a jewel of Kwara North, while the executive ward at the Kwara State Teaching Hospital is named after the late prominent physician and politician Dr. Amuda Aluko.

    “The first state secretariat is now to be called the Brigadier General David Bamigboye Secretariat in honour of the first military administrator of the old Kwara State, while the new secretariat is named after Rear Admiral Muhammed Alabi Lawal who governed the state between 1999 and 2003.

    “Kwara State Stadium Complex will now be known as Major-General George Agbazika Innih Stadium Complex in appreciation of his contributions to the state.

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    “The main bowl of the stadium is named after the late Rashidi Yekini, a football legend renowned for scoring Nigeria’s first World Cup goal and the country’s highest goal scorer till date.

    “Governor Abdulrazaq, similarly, approved for some other important state facilities to be named as follows: Table Tennis Arena is named after Atanda Musa (Manza Musa), who was a national champion in the games in 1979; Indoor Sports Hall is named after Gabriel Babatunde Ladipo, the first black principal of the Government Technical Training School Ilorin (GTTS) who was regarded as the father of sports in the state; Squash Court is named after Coach Bolakale Mogaji, executive chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission who was the pioneer coach, player, and national champion in the squash game; KFA Academy is named after Coach Usuman Adenuja, the first football coach who took the Kwara Academicals to the final of Academical football competition. The Governor was among his products.

    “Hostel A of the stadium is named after Salihu Ishola, the first Kwaran Commonwealth Games’ medalist; Hostel B is named after Paralympic badminton bronze medalist Bolaji Eniola; and Hostel C is named after Bola Esan, the first female director of sports.”

  • First Lady, governors’ wives welcome babies

    First Lady, governors’ wives welcome babies

    First Lady, Senator  Oluremi Tinubu and  governors’ wives  yesterday welcomed  the first babies of the year in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and the state capitals.

    Favour Stephen Odion – a baby girl – was born to the family of Mr. Odion Oyinbo and  Chioma  at 12:27am  at the Asokoro District Hospital,Abuja. The baby  weighed 3.6kg.

    The First Lady also received other babies born in the hospital, including the first baby boy , Zimchikachim Ejiofor, born to the family of Mr. Ejiofor Nworie and  Delight  at about 7:14am.

    Baby Zimchikachim  weighed 3kg.

    Senator  Tinubu welcomed Favour and  other children  with  gifts, including post-natal care products and other nutritional supplies, as well as cash.

    The First Lady, who was represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, prayed for God to protect the children. She  wished  them long life, good health, and prosperity.

    According to a statement  by Special Assistant to the President on Media & ICT, Office of the Vice President, Kwapchi Bata, the First Lady said: “I am here to represent the mother of the nation to welcome the first baby of the year and other children.

    “So, I’m presenting this token and a beautiful package to our dear daughter. I want to wish her well – long life, prosperity, good health. Insha Allah, they (first baby and other babies) are the next generation to take over from us. I wish you all the best. Please take good care of her”, Mrs Tinubu said.

    Congratulating and comforting the mothers of the newborn babies, the First Lady counselled them on the need for proper care for the babies in respect of exclusive breastfeeding, immunization, and timely post-natal care, saying, “Good enough, this (Asokoro General Hospital) is closer to my house; I’m sure for the post-natal, they’re going to take good care of you.”

    She  presented birth certificates to the first baby of the year and the first baby boy just as she moved around the maternity ward congratulating other new babies in the hospital.

    Earlier, the acting Chief Medical Director of Asokoro District Hospital, Abuja, Dr. Rosemary Nwokorie, while welcoming the First Lady, commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its unwavering commitment to transforming the nation’s health sector, with a view to improving the healthcare services for every Nigerian.

    Lagos records  five  

    Lagos State yesterday recorded five babies  of the year.

    The first set of babies, who were  twins, was delivered of at the General Hospital, Ifako-Ijaiye. Their mother, Mary Osayomi, welcomed her daughter at 12:14 a.m., followed by her son at 12:15 a.m.

    Shortly after, a baby girl was born to Mr. and Mrs. Olaoluwa at General Hospital, Ikorodu, at 12:34 a.m. Gift Kchief delivered the second baby at the same hospital, while Funke Aderinola gave birth to the third.

    The first baby boy of the year was delivered at General Hospital, Isolo, at 1:32 a.m. to Mr. and Mrs. Lawal. The baby weighed 2.7 kg.

    The Special Adviser on Health, Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi, urged residents to take advantage of the state’s health insurance scheme, Ilera-Eko, to ensure access to quality healthcare.

    The governor’s wife, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu highlighted the blessings of welcoming newborns and reassured the public of continued support to enhance services at Lagos General Hospitals.

    The Chief Medical Director of General Hospital, Ikorodu, Dr. Taiwo Hassan also  hailed the state government for the hospital’s facelift and improved services.

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    Plateau governor’s wife: it’s a day of joy

    Plateau  State Governor’s wife, Mrs Helen Mutfwang,  yesterday visited hospitals and gave gifts to newborns .

    Mrs Mutfwang, who was at three selected public hospitals, said that the babies brought tremendous joy to the world, should be celebrated, and their parents given support.

    The governor’s wife described the birth of a child as one of life’s most beautiful gifts, and communities should celebrate new beginnings and the infinite potential each child holds.

    She congratulated the mothers and encouraged those waiting delivery to give it all it takes to birth their babies when it is time.

    Some of the mothers who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) said they were overwhelmed with joy to see the governor’s wife and added that the cash and provisions were timely.

    Mrs Naomi Keneth, who was delivered of  her baby boy at 12 midnight at Our Lady of Apostle (OLA) Hospital, said that the visit was phenomenal and thanked the governor’s wife.

    Another mother, Husaibatu Usman, who had her baby also at 12 a.m. at the  Primary Health Centre Angwan Rimi, said she is thankful for the support given to her and her baby.  At the Plateau Specialist Hospital, the Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee, Dr Izang Abel, thanked Mrs Mutfwang for her kind gesture.

    NAN reports that 47 babies were given baby clothing, provisions, and cash gifts by the governor’s wife.

    FMC celebrates baby, 230 patients

    The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja, yesterday ushered in the new year with its annual Patients Appreciation Day, brightening the lives of 230 patients with thoughtful gifts and a promise of enhanced services in the coming year.

    Instituted by Prof. Saad Ahmed, the Chief Medical Director (CMD), now in its fourth year, the annual event celebrated the hospital’s first baby of the year and over 230 patients.

     The hospital reaffirmed  FMC’s commitment to exceptional healthcare with plans to introduce kidney transplant services and catheterization laboratory (cat lab) facilities.

    The Head of Clinical Services at FMC Abuja, Muftau Bioku Jimoh, described the occasion as a gesture of gratitude towards patients who have placed unwavering faith in the hospital’s services.

    “This day is about appreciating our patients for staying with us throughout the past year. It’s also an opportunity to receive feedback on areas where we can improve while celebrating milestones like the first baby of the year,” Jimoh said.

    The celebration saw the distribution of gifts to patients, which included sanitary towels, children’s toys, kitchen items for women, shoes, hats, and blankets, among others.

    Organized by the Department of Social Welfare in collaboration with hospital management and development partners, Jimoh stressed that the event underscores the hospital’s emphasis on holistic patient care.

    Jimoh acknowledged ongoing challenges, including staff shortages due to brain drain, a national issue affecting healthcare delivery.

    Anambra governor’s wife excited  

    The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo,yesterday welcomed the first baby  at the General Hospital, Nnobi, in Idemili South Local Government Area, Anambra.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Soludo presented gift items to the newborns and their families during her goodwill visit to the hospital.

    NAN also reports that the first baby of the year, a boy weighing 2.4 kilogrammes, was born to Mrs Elizabeth Nwachukwu from Enugu State through normal delivery at 12:18 a.m.

    Soludo also visited the General Hospital in Ekwulobia, Aguata Local Government Area, where Mrs Chinaza Mmuoghalum from Ekwulobia  was delivered of  a baby girl weighing 4kilogrammes at 7:16 a.m.

    Mrs Soludo, founder of the Healthy Living Initiative, stated that the birth of a child, especially in the New Year, brings good fortune to both families and society. “I do this every year to welcome our new babies into the world, celebrate with their families, and show our love, kindness, and gratitude to God.

    “I am impressed with the health workers and their relentless efforts in providing effective services to mothers and babies.”

    She also encouraged mothers to adopt a healthy lifestyle and practice exclusive breastfeeding for six months, highlighting its benefits for both the child’s health and reducing unnecessary healthcare costs.

    Mrs Soludo  praised the state government’s efforts to enhance maternal and child health policies, improve healthcare facilities, and ensure that services were affordable and accessible.

  • First Lady welcomes first baby of 2025 with warmth, gifts

    First Lady welcomes first baby of 2025 with warmth, gifts

    First Lady Oluremi Tinubu early Wednesday, January 1, welcomed the first Federal Capital Territory (FCT) baby of 2025 at the Asokoro District Hospital, Abuja. 

    Favour Stephen Odion – a baby girl – was born to the family of Mr. Odion Oyinbo and Mrs. Chioma Odion at exactly 12:27 am on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, weighing 3.6kg.

    The mother of the nation also received other babies born in the hospital, including the first baby boy of the year 2025, Zimchikachim Ejiofor, born to the family of Mr. Ejiofor Nworie and Mrs. Delight Nworie at about 7:14am on Wednesday and weighing 3kg.

    Senator Oluremi Tinubu welcomed Favour and all the other children born on New Year’s Day in the FCT with baby gifts, including post-natal care products and other nutritional supplies, as well as cash presents.

    The First Lady who was represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, prayed for God to protect the children, wishing them long life, good health, and prosperity.

    According to a statement issued by Special Assistant to the President on Media & ICT, Office of the Vice President, Kwapchi Bata, the First Lady said “I am here to represent the mother of the nation to welcome the first baby of the year and other children. 

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    “So, I’m presenting this token and a beautiful package to our dear daughter. I want to wish her well – long life, prosperity, good health. Insha Allah, they (first baby and other babies) are the next generation to take over from us. I wish you all the best. Please take good care of her”, she said. 

    While congratulating and comforting the mothers of the newborn babies, the First Lady counselled them on the need for proper care for the babies in respect of exclusive breastfeeding, immunization, and timely post-natal care, saying, “Good enough, this (Asokoro General Hospital) is closer to my house; I’m sure for the post-natal, they’re going to take good care of you.”

    She further presented birth certificates to the first baby of the year and the first baby boy just as she moved around the maternity ward congratulating other new babies in the hospital.

    Earlier, the acting Chief Medical Director of Asokoro District Hospital, Abuja, Dr. Rosemary Nwokorie, while welcoming the First Lady, commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its unwavering commitment to transforming the nation’s health sector, with a view to improving the healthcare services for every Nigerian.

    Nwokorie also applauded the First Lady and the wife of the Vice President for creating various intervention programs especially the Renewed Hope Initiative toward assisting vulnerable Nigerians, especially women and children in the country. 

  • First Lady seeks unity, bridge-building in New Year message

    First Lady seeks unity, bridge-building in New Year message

    First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has urged Nigerians to rise above differences and rebuild the bridges that connect them, emphasising the importance of love, respect, and understanding in fostering national unity. 

    In her New Year message titled “2025: A Year of prosperity and abundance,” she highlighted the need for collective efforts to create a thriving and inclusive society.

    Addressing the nation with optimism, the First Lady emphasised the significance of investing in one another, nurturing the youth, and upholding the dignity of elders. 

    She called for a renewed commitment to building a country where every Nigerian can achieve their potential, regardless of their background, beliefs, or language.

    The First Lady reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s dedication to driving reforms aimed at unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential. 

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    She described these reforms as foundational to achieving a prosperous future for the nation, urging all Nigerians to stand together in unity and ensure no one is left behind.

    She expressed confidence in the nation’s ability to overcome its challenges and build a brighter future, emphasizing the collective power of citizens in shaping the Nigeria of their dreams. 

    “I express my heartfelt gratitude to God Almighty , with great hope, and an assurance in the promises for our great nation.

    “As we journey through 2025, let us rise above our differences and rebuild the bridges that connect us—bridges of love, respect, and understanding. It is a year to invest in one another; to nurture our youth and protect the dignity of our elders; to create a country where every Nigerian can thrive, regardless of where they are born, what they believe, or what language they speak.

    “I assure you all that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR is truly committed to and is already undertaking deepening reforms that will unlock our nation’s economic potentials.

    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. Happy New Year, Nigeria,” she said.