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  • First Lady’s RHI hands over three mobile clinics to NYSC, Taraba govt

    First Lady’s RHI hands over three mobile clinics to NYSC, Taraba govt

    • Love on Wheels project to boost healthcare delivery in rural, underserved communities

    • Taraba governor, NYSC DG: First Lady’s non-partisan intervention life-saving, far-reaching

    First Lady Oluremi Tinubu yesterday handed over three mobile clinic units to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Taraba State government.

    The donations were among efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery in underserved communities across the country.

    The clinics, delivered under the Renewed Hope Initiative’s (RHI’s) Love on Wheels project, were handed over at a ceremony in Abuja.

    Two of the units were allocated to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), while the third was donated to the Taraba State government.

    Mrs. Tinubu, who is also the National Chairman of the RHI, described the initiative as a practical demonstration of “care in action” aimed at taking healthcare beyond hospital walls, improving access, shortening response times, and supporting flexible medical services, particularly in emergencies and hard-to-reach areas.

    The First Lady explained that the two mobile clinics for NYSC were pledged on January 23, last year, during the inauguration of the Nigerian Digital Museum in Abuja, while the Taraba unit was promised during her official visit to the state on April 11, last year, at a programme for frontline health workers.

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    She explained that the delay in the delivery was due to the time in building the clinics from scratch to meet certification standards.

    Emphasising the non-partisan nature of the intervention, Mrs. Tinubu said the donation to Taraba State, then governed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), reflected RHI’s commitment to putting Nigerians first, irrespective of political affiliation.

    “Party politics aside, we have to provide dividends of democracy to our people. It is people first before party,” she said.

    The First Lady stressed that the initiative was designed to reach every Nigerian in need.

    She urged the beneficiaries to deploy the clinics responsibly to save lives and complement existing healthcare efforts, formally handing over two units to NYSC and one to the Taraba State government.

    Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas expressed gratitude to the First Lady, describing the donation as a life-saving intervention that transcends party lines.

    He said the mobile clinic would significantly improve access to quality healthcare in rural and hard-to-reach communities across the state.

    “This is not just a facility; it is hope on wheels and a life-saving intervention for communities that have waited long for quality healthcare,” Kefas said.

    The governor promised to ensure the transparent and responsible deployment of the clinic in line with the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

    The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, applauded the First Lady’s initiative, describing her as a public health champion and pledging federal support to ensure effective utilisation of the clinics by NYSC and Taraba State.

    The NYSC’s Director-General, Brig.-Gen. Oluseye Nafiu said the two mobile clinics would significantly expand the corps’ rural health outreach, enabling medical teams to reach tens of thousands more Nigerians.

    He described the donation as a strategic boost that would deepen access to free and quality healthcare in remote communities nationwide.

  • First Lady thanks women leaders for support of Renewed Hope Initiative

    First Lady thanks women leaders for support of Renewed Hope Initiative

    …looks ahead to 2026

    First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has expressed gratitude to women leaders across the country for their support of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) and the broader goals of the current administration, as Nigerians enter the New Year.

    In a message of appreciation released Wednesday, the First Lady acknowledged the contributions of the Wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima, state first ladies and RHI state coordinators, wives of members of the National Assembly, ministers, service chiefs, and other women leaders nationwide.

    Mrs Tinubu said the compassion, dedication, and readiness to act demonstrated by the women leaders had strengthened collective efforts to deliver on the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly in empowering Nigerians and supporting the most vulnerable, irrespective of background or status.

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    “Your compassion, dedication, and readiness to act have strengthened our collective efforts in delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda mandate of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR,” she said.

    The First Lady noted that the sustained partnership and commitment of women leaders across the country had been central to the work of the Renewed Hope Initiative, which focuses on social welfare, inclusion, and support for disadvantaged groups.

    She expressed appreciation for the collaboration received since the inception of the administration, describing it as vital to advancing national development and inclusive growth.

    Looking ahead, Mrs Tinubu said she looked forward to continued support and partnership in 2026 and beyond, as the Renewed Hope Initiative expands its programmes and impact across the country.

    She also extended goodwill to Nigerians for the new year, wishing them peace, productivity, and prosperity.

    “I wish us all a peaceful, productive, impactful, and prosperous 2026,” the First Lady said.

  • First Lady’s Renewed Hope Initiative empowers 250 elderly people in Ekiti with N50million

    First Lady’s Renewed Hope Initiative empowers 250 elderly people in Ekiti with N50million

    First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended financial support totalling N50 million to 250 elderly citizens in Ekiti State.

    Each beneficiary received N200,000 under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme.

    The presentation, which took place at Lady Jibowu Hall, Government House, Ado-Ekiti, formed part of the third edition of the Elderly Support Scheme tagged: “Finding Joy in Old Age”.

    Speaking at the event, Senator Tinubu, represented by the wife of Ekiti State Governor, who is also the state Coordinator of RHI, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, said the programme was being implemented simultaneously across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), including beneficiaries drawn from veterans of the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA).

    Senator Tinubu noted that 9,500 elderly citizens had been selected nationwide to benefit from the scheme, a move that underscored Federal Government’s commitment to the welfare and dignity of senior citizens.

    She said the Governing Board of the Renewed Hope Initiative approved the disbursement of N1.9 billion for the exercise, with each state of the federation, the FCT and DEPOWA receiving N50 million.

    According to her, the initiative goes beyond financial assistance, as it also promotes healthy and active ageing.

    She encouraged beneficiaries to prioritise their well-being by engaging in regular physical exercise and meaningful activities that would keep their bodies and minds active.

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    “The Renewed Hope Initiative is about restoring dignity and ensuring our elderly citizens find joy and fulfilment in their later years. This support is designed to help them live healthier and happier lives,” she said.

    The National Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative noted that since the inception of the current administration in 2023, the initiative had consistently celebrated senior citizens every December in recognition of their invaluable contributions to national development.

    Dr. Oyebanji expressed profound appreciation to the Convener of the Renewed Hope Initiative and First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for sustaining the Elderly Support Scheme.

    She described the programme as a reflection of the First Lady’s tireless commitment to improving the well-being of senior citizens and veterans across the country.

    She urged beneficiaries in Ekiti State to utilise the financial support judiciously, especially during the festive season, emphasising the importance of meeting essential needs such as food, health care and medication where necessary.

    In their separate messages of appreciation, Elder Gabriel Oni and Chief Mrs. Musili Eyemugbayeho expressed gratitude to the wife of the President and Ekiti State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Dr. Oyebanji, for their care and concern for senior citizens in Nigeria.

    They pledged their continued support for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ekiti State Government, while also offering prayers for the success of the governments.

    The event attracted government officials, community leaders and other stakeholders, who commended the Renewed Hope Initiative for its impactful intervention, describing it as a timely gesture that reinforces the government’s resolve to ensure elderly Nigerians live with dignity, comfort and joy.

    Earlier, Governor Oyebanji through the state medical team also provided free medical consultation for the senior citizens, who benefited from the gesture of the nation’s first lady.

  • First Lady’s RHI empowers 250 Katsina senior citizens with N50m

    First Lady’s RHI empowers 250 Katsina senior citizens with N50m

    Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered 250 senior citizens in Katsina State with a total of N50 million under her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).

    The support was provided through the third edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS), which held at the Katsina Government House with the theme “Finding Joy in Old Age.”

    At the event, each of the 250 beneficiaries, drawn from the 34 local government areas of the state, received a cash grant of N200,000. 

    The programme also featured free medical check-ups and the distribution of essential items to the elderly beneficiaries.

    Speaking through the wife of the Katsina State Governor, Hajiya Zulaihat Dikko Radda, the First Lady reaffirmed her commitment to easing the challenges faced by elderly Nigerians.

    She said the social investment programme reflects the government’s unwavering commitment to recognising the invaluable contributions of senior citizens to national development.

    “Through this scheme, we continue to express our gratitude and care for the men and women who laboured to build the Nigeria we are proud of today,” she said.

    According to her, the scheme is designed to support 250 vulnerable elderly citizens aged 65 and above in each of the 36 states of the federation, the Federal Capital Territory, as well as veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA).

    She further explained that each state, the FCT and DEPOWA received N50 million, with 250 beneficiaries in each location receiving N200,000 each.

    The First Lady also advised beneficiaries to use the funds wisely, prioritise their health and spend quality time with their families.

  • First Lady’s RHI lifts 250 Delta elderly persons with N50m, medicare, rice

    First Lady’s RHI lifts 250 Delta elderly persons with N50m, medicare, rice

    No fewer than 250 elderly persons in Delta State have benefited from the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS), receiving ₦200,000 each, alongside a 50kg bag of rice and free medical care provided by the Delta State Government through the Office of the Wife of the Governor.

    The beneficiaries were supported during the third edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme, held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba. The event was themed, “Finding Joy in Old Age.”

    The Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, was represented at the event by the Wife of the Governor of Delta State, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, while Mrs. Josephine Emu spoke on behalf of the Delta First Lady.

    In a speech delivered at the event, Senator Oluremi Tinubu described the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme as a vital social investment programme designed to ensure that elderly Nigerians live with dignity, joy, and a sense of belonging.

    “This social investment programme embodies our ongoing effort to ensure that our elderly citizens live with dignity and joy, in a nation that genuinely cares for its own,” the First Lady said.

    She explained that since the inception of the current administration in 2023, the Renewed Hope Initiative has made it a tradition to celebrate senior citizens every December in recognition of their immense contributions to nation-building.

    According to her, the scheme supports 250 vulnerable elderly citizens aged 65 and above in each of the 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory, and veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA)—amounting to 9,500 beneficiaries nationwide.

    Each beneficiary receives ₦200,000, with a total of ₦1.9 billion approved for disbursement by the Governing Board of the Renewed Hope Initiative. 

    She added that ₦50 million was allocated to each state, including the FCT and DEPOWA.

    The First Lady emphasized that prioritising elderly citizens, especially during the festive season, is both a moral duty and a source of collective joy.

    “They have walked difficult paths so that younger generations may have smoother roads to travel. It is our duty to ensure they live their twilight years in comfort, good health, and dignity,” she stated.

    She also encouraged senior citizens to remain active, healthy, and engaged in community and charitable activities, stressing that aging gracefully goes beyond longevity to include love, care, and respect.

    Speaking through her representative, Mrs. Josephine Emu, the Wife of the Governor of Delta State, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, expressed deep appreciation to the First Lady of Nigeria for the compassionate intervention.

    She reaffirmed the commitment of the Oborevwori administration to the welfare of senior citizens, noting that the Delta State Government has approved ₦50 billion to offset outstanding pension liabilities at both state and local government levels.

    Mrs. Emu announced additional support for Delta beneficiaries through the Office of the Wife of the Governor and the You Matter Charity Foundation, including free medical care, free medications, and a 50kg bag of rice for each elderly person.

    Several beneficiaries who spoke with journalists described the intervention as timely and impactful, thanking the First Lady of Nigeria, the Delta State Government, and the Office of the Wife of the Governor for remembering the elderly.

    They offered prayers for continued peace, good governance, and development in Delta State and Nigeria at large.

  • First Lady lifts 250 elderly citizens in Oyo

    First Lady lifts 250 elderly citizens in Oyo

    First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, through her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme, has enhanced well-being of 250 elderly citizens across Oyo State.

    At the 3rd Edition of her Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS) with the theme “Finding Joy in old age”, each of the 250 elderly citizens received N200,000 each.

    Speaking at the event in Ibadan, the First Lady, who was represented by wife of Oyo Governor, Mrs Tamunominini Makinde urged the elderly to prioritise their heath and spend quality time with their loved ones.

    She stated that the occasion would provide further support to the elderly citizens during the Christmas and New year festive season.

    She said: “A total of One Billion, Nine Hundred Million Naira (N1,900,000,000) will be disbursed across the nation. The RHI Coordinators in the 36 States of the federation, the FCT and DEPOWA have received Fifty Million Naira (N50,000,000) each, out of which N200,000 will be distributed today to each beneficiary. In addition to this, free medical check-ups and other sundry items will be provided”.

    According to the First Lady, the programme was aimed at reassuring the elderly that they were loved and not forgotten especially during the festive season.

    She reiterated the commitment of President Bola Tinubu towards the wellbeing of all Nigerians.

    “This programme is designed to support the welfare of our elderly citizens annually. Two Hundred and Fifty elderly citizens, aged 65 and above in all 36 States of the federation, the Federal Capital Territory and veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) will be benefiting from this scheme.”

    Earlier in her welcome address, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Mrs Toyin Balogun described the event as a clear demonstration of compassion, care and commitment to the welfare of the elderly citizens.

    She stated that the state is deeply honored by the love and concern shown by Mrs Tinubu who extended support and encouragement to senior citizens in the state.

    She also thanked Makinde’s wife for her dedication towards the wellbeing of people.

    She noted that the event reflected government shared belief that the elderly deserve dignity, quality healthcare and continuos support.

    She however said today’s outreach will not only improved health outcomes but also reaffirmed collective responsibility to cater or those who have contributed immensely to the development of the society.

  • First Lady’s RHI, Rivers govt distribute N50,000 to 1000 women

    First Lady’s RHI, Rivers govt distribute N50,000 to 1000 women

    The Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), spearheaded by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, in collaboration with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) and supported by the Rivers State Government, has empowered 1,000 women in Rivers State with N50,000 each in free cash grants.

    Under the partnership, the RHI and TEF provided N50,000 each to 500 women, while the state government, led by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, extended the same support to another 500 beneficiaries.

    Speaking at the Women Economic Empowerment Programme held at the Government House, Port Harcourt, on Thursday, Mrs. Tinubu—represented by the wife of the Rivers State Governor, Lady Valerie Fubara—said the initiative was designed to promote women’s entrepreneurship and strengthen small-scale businesses.

    She commended the resilience of Nigerian women, praising their determination to sustain their families, educate their children, and uplift their communities.

    “Let me emphasize that this is not a loan; it is a grant and a seed of renewed hope to help you recapitalize existing businesses. I strongly believe that when you empower a woman, you empower a household, a community, and indeed a nation,” Mrs. Tinubu said.

    She expressed appreciation to the Tony Elumelu Foundation for its N1 billion donation to support 18,500 women across Nigeria through the Renewed Hope Initiative. “Five hundred women from each of the 36 states and the FCT will receive N50,000 each to strengthen and recapitalize their small businesses,” she added.

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    Mrs. Tinubu also thanked Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his wife for their support in implementing the RHI’s programmes and urged others to emulate the philanthropic spirit of Tony Elumelu.

    In her remarks, Lady Valerie Fubara said the empowerment initiative was aimed at boosting women’s economic capacity and helping them address daily challenges. She noted that the RHI, over the past two years, had provided agricultural, educational, and economic support to families across the country.

    “The Renewed Hope Initiative has embarked on several interventions for women and the elderly, and we are proud of our partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation, whose N1 billion donation is uplifting women in all 36 states and the FCT,” she said.

    Lady Fubara commended the initiative’s impact in Rivers State, describing it as “gratifying and transformative” for women and their communities.

    Explaining further, she said, “At this programme today, all 500 beneficiaries will be given N50,000 each courtesy of Tony Elumelu Foundation and RHI partnership. In deepening the gains of this partnership, the Rivers State Government is also giving N50,000 to yet another 500 women, making a total of 1000 women who will be receiving this grant.

    “This collaboration has come to represent a commitment to improve the economic capacity of women in the State, and I urge other well-spirited organizations, corporate entities, and business interests to emulate this noble gesture by partnering with RHI.

    “His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, believes that empowerment should be value targeted and has therefore asked me to congratulate beneficiaries of this empowerment programme”.

    While commending the Tony Elumelu Foundation and the National Office of the Renewed Hope Initiative for the empowerment, Lady Valerie urged the recipients to utilize the proceeds from the partnership to support beneficial ventures that would improve the economy and their families.  

  • 47 students get N47m, laptops

    47 students get N47m, laptops

    Forty-seven students have collected N47 million and 47  laptops.

    The beneficiaries were drawn from tertiary institutions nationwide.

    The students are at various academic levels — five in 400 Level, 39 in 300 Level, two in 200 Level, and one in National Diploma (ND) II — and are enrolled in disciplines ranging from Medicine, Law, and Engineering to Education, Sciences, and the Humanities.

    The presentation was done on behalf  of  First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s pet project, Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI)  at the State House in Abuja.

    She said:  “This is a scheme that we have to continue. This is not about politics; it is about people’s lives. Just like in the past when I gave out scholarships, I want to ask you: what do you also add to the table? You can grow and also look for extra things you can do that will not hinder your studies,” she told the beneficiaries.

    The First Lady urged them to make the most of the opportunity and hinted at plans to sustain the programme.

    “We have given you two years of grace, and some of you have two more years to complete your studies. We pray that the President will have a second term so that we continue,” she added.

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    Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, lauded the RHI for complementing the government’s efforts.

    He noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration had expanded bursaries and scholarships nationwide.

    “In the last two years, the President gave out 12,434 bursary awards amounting to about N10 billion to students in key sectors, including Medicine and Education. We have also awarded N4 billion worth of scholarships to 8,535 students,” he said.

    The minister drew attention to the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which has supported over 500,000 students with about N100 billion disbursed.

    “You don’t pay back until after you graduate, complete the NYSC service, and secure a job. Even then, repayment is from only a maximum of 10 per cent of your salary,” he said.

    RHI’s National Secretary and the wife of Imo State governor, Mrs. Chioma Uzodimma, congratulated the recipients for meeting the eligibility requirement of a minimum GPA of 3.0.

    She said the 2025 awardees followed earlier batches in 2023 and 2024, adding: “Today’s 47 beneficiaries each receive N1 million annually, plus a brand-new laptop. We wish you success in your academic session.”

    The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Abdullahi, described the scholarship as “a life-changing package provided by the First Lady,” emphasizing its importance in nurturing talent and bridging educational gaps nationwide.

    Dignitaries at the event included the wife of the Vice President and the National Vice Chairman of RHI, Hajia Nana Shettima; the wife of the Chief of Staff to the President, Mrs. Salamatu Gbajabiamila; the wife of the Kwara State governor, who is also the chairperson of the governors’ wives forum, Prof. Olufolake AbdulRazaq; and others.

  • First Lady’s RHI empowers 500 women in Zamfara

    First Lady’s RHI empowers 500 women in Zamfara

    First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) train had a stopover yesterday in Zamfara State capital Gusau where it lifted 500 female entrepreneurs.

    The empowerment, a part of RHI’s nationwide efforts to support 18,000 women with grants to upscale their small businesses, was done in collaboration with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF).

    Wife of the Zamfara State Governor, Hajiya Hurriya Dauda Lawal, who represented Mrs. Tinubu, described the gesture as a testament of her love, passion and commitment to the economic empowerment of women.

    “Today is a day of joy and hope to all women in Zamfara state. The First Lady of Nigeria has shown her motherly care, sympathy and zeal for women’s empowerment. This support will uplift women and restore dignity to families,” she said.

    Each beneficiary got a grant of N50,000 to support or expand their small businesses. In addition, they were given a bag of rice and transportation supports.

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    “This programme is not just about empowerment; it is an opportunity to be chosen for a better future. The N50,000 given to each woman is not a loan but an investment in humanitarian service to Nigerian women,” Hajiya Dauda Lawal said.

    Expressing appreciation to the TEF for partnering with the RHI to make the intervention possible, she said: “This shows that when government joins hands with the private sector for a good cause, lives can be transformed, and the nation can be built stronger”.

    Zamfara State Commissioner for Women and Children Affairs Aisha M. Z. Anka and the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, Hajiya Barira Ibrahim Bagobiri, commended the initiative.

    They described it as a lifeline that would reduce hardship and stimulate women-led economic activities.

    The top officials also noted that the support would serve as a stepping stone for the beneficiaries to strengthen their businesses and improve their families’ livelihoods.

    The 500 beneficiaries were drawn from all 14 local government areas of the state.

  • First Lady reassures Nigerians on Renewed Hope Initiative’s non-partisan programmes

    First Lady reassures Nigerians on Renewed Hope Initiative’s non-partisan programmes

    First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has reaffirmed that all interventions under her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) are not politically motivated but aimed at improving the lives of Nigerian families across the board.

    Speaking during an interactive engagement with traditional rulers and religious leaders in Lagos State, Mrs Tinubu said the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution presented a unique opportunity to clearly define the constitutional roles of traditional rulers in national development.

    According to a statement issued on Friday by her Senior Special Assistant on Media Busola Kukoyi, the First Lady described traditional and religious leaders as custodians of culture and morality who are closest to the grassroots, stressing that their influence remains invaluable in the nation’s growth.

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    The First Lady urged them to intensify advocacy on public health matters, particularly the need for increased testing for Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS, as well as wider acceptance of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine for girls.

    She also announced two upcoming RHI projects: the Green Nigeria Challenge, a competition to promote environmental consciousness, and the Flow With Confidence programme, which will provide adolescent girls in rural areas with a year-long supply of disposable sanitary towels to curb absenteeism from school during their menstrual cycles.

    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State commended Senator Tinubu for the breadth of RHI programmes, noting their positive impact on agriculture, health, education, and social investment.

    He highlighted how women and youths have benefitted from empowerment initiatives, the establishment of Young Farmers Clubs, advocacy on cervical cancer prevention, as well as scholarships and support for girl-child education.

    On behalf of the traditional rulers, the Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs and Ayangburen of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, praised the First Lady’s initiatives but appealed for similar support in creating alternative educational pathways for boys, just as girls’ education is being strongly promoted.

    The First Lady’s Lagos engagements continued on Saturday with the RHI/SDG Women Empowerment Programme targeted at 500 women, as well as the commissioning of the Lagos State Leather Hub.