ASABA/Nigeria: Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 66th birthday, describing her years in public service as a record marked by commitment to humanity and national development.
Dafinone conveyed the congratulatory message on behalf of his family and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, in a statement issued to mark the First Lady’s birthday on Monday, September 21, 2026.
The senator acknowledged Oluremi Tinubu’s progression through public service, from her tenure as First Lady of Lagos State to her representation of Lagos Central in the Senate and her current role as First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
According to him, the different stages of her public career reflected a longstanding commitment to issues of social development and the welfare of citizens.
Dafinone also commended the activities of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), the First Lady’s intervention platform, noting its focus on areas including education, healthcare, social investment, agriculture and economic empowerment.
He said the initiatives had particularly targeted women, young people and vulnerable Nigerians.
The senator joined other Nigerians in wishing the First Lady continued wisdom and strength as she marks another year, while praying for her continued good health and wellbeing.
“Happy 66th birthday,” Dafinone said in his message, while conveying his family’s warm regards to the First Lady.
The First Lady turned 66 on Monday, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and several other Nigerians also issuing separate messages to mark the occasion. In his birthday message, President Tinubu described his wife as his “truest friend and confidante” and reflected on their years together.
Oluremi Tinubu served as First Lady of Lagos State before becoming a senator representing Lagos Central Senatorial District and later assuming the role of First Lady of Nigeria following President Tinubu’s inauguration in 2023. Her birthday was also marked by tributes highlighting her humanitarian programmes and the activities of the Renewed Hope Initiative.
