President praises First Lady’s companionship and support
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante.”
The President’s message marks the birthday of the First Lady, who was born on September 21, 1960. <Cite refs={[“turn0search0″,”turn0search3”]}/>
Birthday tribute
In his tribute, Tinubu highlighted the personal relationship he shares with his wife and praised her companionship and support.
Oluremi Tinubu previously served as a senator representing Lagos Central Senatorial District and became Nigeria’s First Lady following her husband’s inauguration as President in May 2023. <Cite refs={[“turn0search0″,”turn0search3”]}/>
As First Lady, she has been associated with initiatives focused on social welfare, women, children and vulnerable groups.
Public and personal roles
The birthday message combines a personal expression of appreciation with recognition of the First Lady’s public role.
Birthday tributes from public officials often highlight family relationships, personal support and public service, while the recipient’s programmes and activities remain separate matters of public record.
The President’s message comes as Oluremi Tinubu marks her 66th birthday on September 21, 2026.