The wife of Nigeria’s President, Oluremi Tinubu, says the diversity of the country remains her strength.
She adds that through peaceful coexistence and love, the great potential of the nation would be actualized.
Mrs Tinubu was speaking in Jos, Plateau State on Tuesday, at the disbursement of relief and resettlement packages to 500 displaced families of attacks and conflicts in six Local Government Areas of the Central Nigerian State.
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FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU’S RENEWED HOPE INITIATIVE DISBURSES 500 MILLION NAIRA TO 500 FAMILIES IN JOS
Appeals for peace and tolerance among NigeriansThe First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu (@SenRemiTinubu ) has affirmed that the… pic.twitter.com/QH7nZ1ROY9
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“I urge all Nigerians to embrace dialogue, tolerance, and understanding as we work together to build a more harmonious society. Let us remember that our diversity is our strength, and together, we can overcome the challenges that threaten our unity.
“To the affected families, I want you to know that you are not alone in this journey to recovery. We, stand with you and extend our hands in solidarity, offering not only financial support but also our prayers as you return to your homes and communities in safety and peace,” she stated.
Food Production
It was an opportunity for the First Lady to reemphasize the need for food production, in line with President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency on food security.
In his remarks, the Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang commended the First Lady for demonstrating true motherhood.
He noted that despite the State being governed by an opposition party, Mrs Tinubu looked beyond that to bring relief and succour to the grieving families.
“Her being here today tells a wonderful story that after politicking, we must face governance and governance is all about the people.
“I assure you that we will supervise the use of the money and ensure it is used for the purpose it was given,” he pledged.
A total of 500 families drawn from Mangu, Riyom, Barkin Ladi, Bassa, Bokkos and Jos South Local Government Areas got one million Naira each, to enable them to return to their communities and rebuild their destroyed homes.
