President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday, September 21, 2025, led Nigerians at home and abroad in celebrating the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday.
The celebration was marked by an outpouring of tributes to the First Lady, by family, friends, political associates, captains of industry, and religious leaders, who many described as a committed public servant, astute politician, and a woman of faith.
Ahead of the event, Senator Tinubu made a passionate appeal for support toward the completion of the National Library in Abuja, which she described as a cause “close to my heart.” She urged well-meaning Nigerians to make contributions through the Oluremi at 65 Education Fund, coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Education. “This will be the best birthday present I am going to receive,” she said, adding that her love for education inspired the gesture.
In a heartfelt tribute, President Tinubu praised his wife’s resilience, devotion, and sacrifices through their years of political struggle and leadership. “As you celebrate your 65th birthday today, I honour not only the love of my life, but also a woman whose quiet strength and enduring grace have been my steadying anchor,” he wrote. “You are more than my wife. You are my confidant, counsellor, and the steady flame illuminating my path.”
The President lauded her as a role model for compassion and faith, noting that her contributions to Nigeria, though often away from the limelight, were invaluable. “Nigeria owes you more than many will ever know… As your husband, I thank God for your life, health, and unwavering love. As your President, I salute you as the First Lady whose warmth and empathy continue to touch millions of lives.”
Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, also extolled the First Lady’s humanitarian and philanthropic work, describing her as an inspiration. “From the New Era Foundation to the Renewed Hope Initiatives, you have impacted so many lives. May you continue in your service to God and humanity,” he said.
Other goodwill messages poured in from Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Senate President Barau I. Jibrin, Governors Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom, and Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos, among others. Tributes also came from cabinet members, legislators, traditional rulers, political leaders, and associates, including Dr. Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence; Bolaji Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; and Oba Abdulwasiu Gbolahan Lawal, the Oniru of Iru Kingdom.
Also, H. E. Uzoamaka Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, wife of the governor of Ebonyi State, Barr. Chioma Uzodimma, Wife of Imo State governor, Zulaiha Dikko Radda, wife of Kastina’s governor, Titilola Adeleke, Osun State Governor’s wife, Hon. (Prince) Akeem Adeniyi Adeyemi, Hon. Princess Lara Oyekan Olumegbon, Princess Lara Oyekan Olumegbon. Member Lagos State House of Assembly, Lagos Island Constituency 1, Sunday Dare, Special Adviser, Media & Public Communication/Spokesperson to President Bola Tinubu, Stanley Nwokocha, Spokesman/Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Busola Kukoyi, Senior Special Adviser to Senator Oluremi on Media, Aisha Garba, Executive Secretary, UBEC, and Dayo Israel, APC National Youth Leader.
Social media was equally awash with messages of goodwill, as Nigerians from different walks of life extended prayers and warm wishes to the First Lady, celebrating her dedication to education, women’s empowerment, and national development.
