Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has revealed that contributions for the National Library project have surpassed ₦20 billion, following the launch of her Oluremi Tinubu at 65 Fund.
The initiative, created to mark her 65th birthday, was designed to channel goodwill into a lasting national legacy rather than personal celebrations. Mrs. Tinubu had appealed to Nigerians not to send gifts or publish congratulatory messages in newspapers, on television, or on radio, but instead to support the library project.
Speaking during an interactive session with State House Correspondents at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the First Lady described the response as overwhelming. According to her, individuals, organisations, and communities across the country had shown remarkable generosity, turning the idea into a reality in record time.
She explained that the National Library would be a “beacon of knowledge and cultural preservation” for future generations, stressing that her efforts stemmed from patriotism rather than politics.
“This is not about politics; it is about what I can do for my country,” she said, reiterating her personal commitment to advancing education and intellectual development in Nigeria.
What you should know
Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s ₦20 billion National Library project represents one of the most ambitious educational initiatives by a First Lady in Nigeria.
Framed as a patriotic endeavour, not a political one, the project aims to create a world-class institution that fosters learning, preserves culture, and cements a legacy of intellectual growth for generations to come.
