First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Hosts Iftar, Assures Nigerians of a Brighter Future
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reassured Nigerians that the country is on the right path to full recovery and will witness better days ahead. She made this remark while hosting an Iftar (breaking of fast) at the State House, Abuja.
Speaking during the event, Senator Tinubu emphasized the importance of compassion and mercy in human relations, urging Nigerians to continue doing good without seeking recognition or validation.
“The topic of today’s lecture, ‘Role of Compassion and Mercy in Human Relations,’ is a reminder to everyone to do good, even when it is difficult. Acts of kindness should be done as a form of worship to Almighty Allah, without expecting acknowledgment from the beneficiaries,” she stated.
Call for Compassion During Ramadan
Delivering the Iftar lecture, Prof. Azeezat Adebayo, Head of Islamic Studies at the University of Ilorin, highlighted that compassion and mercy are the foundation of human relationships. She stressed that Ramadan serves as a period of training in these virtues, urging Muslims to extend their good deeds beyond their faith community to receive greater rewards.
Dignitaries in Attendance
The Iftar gathering was attended by prominent figures, including:
- Former First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan
- Wife of the Vice President
- Wives of State Governors
- Female Ministers
- Wives of Ministers
- Wives of Service Chiefs
Strengthening National Unity
The event provided an opportunity for interaction and reflection on the values of unity, compassion, and nation-building, reinforcing the First Lady’s message of hope and progress for Nigeria.
Signed:
Busola Kukoyi
SSA Media to the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Friday, 7th February 2025