The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has joined millions of Nigerians to celebrate the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, on the occasion of her birthday, describing her as a woman of vision, compassion, and exemplary leadership.
In a goodwill message, Orelope-Adefulire extolled Senator Tinubu’s enduring contributions to national development, her steadfast support to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and her life of selfless service that continues to touch millions of lives.
She noted that as a three-term Senator, the First Lady championed numerous initiatives in education, health, youth empowerment, and women’s development, leaving behind a legacy of impactful representation. Today, as First Lady, she has continued to demonstrate outstanding leadership through programmes that promote inclusivity, support vulnerable groups, and inspire hope across the nation.
Orelope-Adefulire commended Senator Tinubu’s humanitarian spirit, reflected in her motherly care for widows, orphans, and the less privileged, as well as her consistent advocacy for gender equality and social justice. She highlighted that the First Lady’s initiatives resonate strongly with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing quality education, healthcare delivery, poverty eradication, and social inclusion.
“Your Excellency, you are an inspiration to women, youth, and indeed all Nigerians. Your visionary leadership, rooted in compassion and service, has remained a beacon of light and a source of hope for our nation. You continue to demonstrate that leadership is not only about position, but about touching lives and building a better future for all,” Orelope-Adefulire stated.
She further prayed for Senator Tinubu’s continued strength, good health, wisdom, and divine grace to sustain her commitment to nation-building. “As you celebrate this milestone, may your days be filled with joy and fulfilment, and may God grant you many more years of fruitful service to humanity and our dear country,” she said.
The SSAP-SDGs concluded by wishing the First Lady a happy birthday, reaffirming that her legacy of service and compassion will continue to inspire generations to come.
Desmond Utomwen
SA on Media, Publicity and Strategic Communication (OSSAP-SDGs)
