National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Bola Tinubu, has congratulated his wife, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, on her 60th birthday.
Tinubu, in a glowing tribute on Monday in Lagos, eulogised his wife, with whom, according to him, he suffered a lot in the past.
He said his wish is for her to live longer and for her legacy to be great.
“My wish is for her to live longer, for her legacy to be great, be in good health and continue to enjoy the fruit of her labour.
“I pray she enjoys her children, grandchildren and for all of us to live in good health,” he said.
Tinubu expressed his appreciation for her commitment, humanitarian care for both the young, the elderly and the needy, especially for the people of her senatorial district.
Oluremi Tinubu represents Lagos Central Senatorial District.
Furthermore, the APC leader, appreciated his wife for her perseverance, endurance and independent character.
Describing Oluremi as his greatest friend, ally and supporter even at mostly difficult times, the former Lagos State governor said: “We are a living symbol of love, care, perseverance and commitment. There are so many moments, twists and turns in our lives.
“During the dark days when democracy was assaulted in this country, we suffered a lot, the family suffered and as a result of that, she was in America while I was criss-crossing Europe.
“It was a very trying period for every one of us as my wife single handedly raised our children.
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“We endured and got through all the turbulence and today we are still in positions to serve our nation and serve our people.”
Tinubu, thanked God for sparing their lives and preserving their love together even as he expressed happiness that his wife lived to see 60 years.
“This moment when Nigeria is 60, my wife is also 60. It is a wonderful thing.
“We mark the day with soberness. Soberness because many people prayed to live to see today but they could not.
“The pandemic has taken away some of our friends, those close to us.
“Today, some people are still lying critically ill in the hospital. Some children have become orphans as a result of what is happening around the country.
“So, it is a sombre celebration on the occasion of her 60th.
“For Nigeria, turning 60 is also a moment for reflection about all that we have been through and where we are,” he said