The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, began the new year with visits to new mothers at the Federal Medical Centre FMC Jabi, where she described 2026 as a year of peace in abundance and prosperity in abundance for the nation.
Accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajia Imaan Sulieman Ibrahim, and the Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory, Hajia Mariya Mahmoud, among other dignitaries, Senator Tinubu welcomed the First Baby of the Year. The baby, a girl, was born at exactly midnight to a 26 year old first time mother, Adakole Patience.
The First Lady also celebrated Blessing Oragwu, who gave birth to triplets on December 29, 2025, two boys and a girl, after 13 years of marriage. Gifts were presented to the family in celebration of the joyful milestone. She further visited another newborn baby boy during the visit.
Speaking on the significance of the occasion, Senator Tinubu expressed gratitude to God for Nigerians who made it into the new year.
“I welcomed the Baby of the Year, a girl, and then visited the triplets born last month. The mother waited for 13 years, which is wonderful, and another baby boy,” she said.
Reflecting on the symbolism of the birth, she added, “You know, in Yoruba land, they say when you have girls, they come with ease. So we believe that this year is going to be a great year for us as a nation, with peace in abundance and prosperity in abundance.”
The First Lady also expressed appreciation for life and resilience in the face of the challenges of the previous year. “I’m excited because last year was something else. All of us who made it into the New Year should be thankful. We thank God,” she said.
She urged Nigerian women to step into the new year with faith, courage, and generosity, encouraging them to pursue their aspirations regardless of limitations.
“Nigerian women are blessed. We are blessed. Nigerian women are very hardworking. Whatever they feel God has laid in their hearts to do, they should do it. Never feel you do not have money to start a business. Start small, and you will be amazed,” she advised.
Emphasising the importance of giving, Senator Tinubu described 2026 as a year of intentional generosity. “If you want money, you have to sow into the lives of the less privileged. Be generous. Giving should be intentional,” she said.
She encouraged Nigerians to listen to her podcast, Daughters of Zelophehad, for a more detailed message and inspiration for the year ahead.
