The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, just unveiled a stunning golden statue of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, at Obafemi Awolowo University in Osun State . This grand ceremony wasn’t just about the statue, though – it also marked the inauguration of other projects donated by the monarch in her honor, including the 2.7km Senator Oluremi Tinubu Way, a grand pavilion, and a monument on the university campus .
The Ooni praised Mrs. Tinubu for her exceptional leadership, commitment to education, women’s empowerment, and dedication to national unity . He highlighted the symbolic significance of the statue, stating that it’s meant to immortalize her virtuous personality and showcase her strength as a teacher, mother, and wife .
It’s worth noting that the First Lady also pledged a N1 billion donation to the university’s horticultural landscaping during the event .
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