Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Nigerians on crossing over into the year 2026.
In her message marking the beginning of the new year, the First Lady commended the spirit of togetherness and resilience among Nigerians.
She said: “My heart is filled with gratitude to God Almighty as we witness this New Year, with joy, great hope and an assurance of God’s promises for our great nation.
“The past year reaffirmed the enduring spirit of Nigerians: our courage, our strength, our creativity and our unwavering belief in a better tomorrow. I am deeply inspired by the women, men and young people across the nation who continue to work tirelessly to uplift their families, communities and our country.”
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Mrs Tinubu enjoined citizens to be helpful to less privileged members of society and to sustain the bond of unity that exists among them.
“As we embrace this New Year, let us choose peace, empathy and unity, and continue to invest in the wellbeing of our children, women and the vulnerable among us.
“Let us create opportunities in our individual spaces that allow every Nigerian to thrive with dignity,” she added.
Mrs Tinubu also urged all Nigerians to believe in themselves and utilise their God-given potential.