‘Oluremi mi,’ Tinubu celebrates wife at 66 birthday

Abdullateef Fowewe

President Bola Tinubu has released a warm, personal message marking the 66th birthday of his wife, Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante” and the woman who has stood by him “with patience, grace and uncommon courage.”

In a post published on his official X account, the President wrote,
“Oluremi mi, today, I celebrate the woman who has walked beside me with patience, grace and uncommon courage. Àwọn àgbà sọ pé, ‘Ìyàwó rere ni adé ọkọ rẹ̀.’ A good wife is her husband’s crown.”

He praised her steadfast support through difficult times, noting that “the burdens that were mine to bear often found their way onto your shoulders” and that “in difficult times, when the future was uncertain, you stayed calm beside me and prayed with me.”

Tinubu also highlighted her quiet impact beyond their home, pointing to her work through the New Era Foundation during his years as Lagos governor and the Renewed Hope Initiative as First Lady.

He said she has reached “many young boys and girls, widows, elderly citizens, and women farmers across the country” and has been “a compassionate advocate” for those affected by tuberculosis and other illnesses.

“For you, compassion has never recognised the boundaries of tribe, region or religion,” he wrote.

Looking back on their long journey together, the President added, “If life returned me to the beginning, I would choose the same road that led me to you. Through every mile, my heart has always remained at home with you.”

He concluded with a prayer for her health and happiness, “Happy 66th birthday, my darling Oluremi. I pray that God Almighty will grant you many more years in good health and joy.”