You Inspire Hope Nationwide’ – Ododo Extols First Lady Oluremi Tinubu On Milestone Birthday

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended warm felicitations to Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 65th birthday, describing her as “an amazon and a shining source of inspiration to millions of Nigerians.”

In a goodwill message personally signed on Sunday, Ododo commended the First Lady for living a life anchored on compassion, service, and devotion to God.

The governor praised her remarkable impact on women, children, and vulnerable groups, saying:

“Your Excellency, we celebrate a life of compassion, exemplary strength, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of women, children, and the less privileged. You remain a beacon of hope across Nigeria.”

Ododo noted that at 65, Senator Oluremi Tinubu embodies God’s grace and purposeful living.

“On behalf of the Government and people of Kogi State, I joyfully celebrate with you and pray that the Almighty continues to bless you with long life, sound health, wisdom, and renewed strength,” he added.

The governor further expressed confidence in her continued support for President Bola Tinubu and her leadership in advancing noble causes that uplift Nigerians.

Earlier in the day, President Tinubu paid tribute to his wife in a heartfelt midnight message, describing her as his “confidant, counsellor, and steady anchor” through decades of political and personal trials.

“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 steadfast anchor. Through every season—from long years of struggle and political exile to leadership responsibilities—you have stood firmly by my side with dignity, patience, and devotion that words can scarcely capture,” the President’s message read in part.

Oluremi Tinubu is widely respected as a strong advocate for women’s empowerment and youth development. Before assuming her current role as First Lady, she served three consecutive terms as Senator for Lagos Central, where she sponsored key bills and interventions on education, social welfare, and gender equity.

Now as First Lady, she has continued to champion humanitarian and empowerment programmes, most notably through the Renewed Hope Initiative, which focuses on economic empowerment, agriculture, social investment, and healthcare support for vulnerable Nigerians.