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President Tinubu, First Lady Hails Fathers as Pillars of National Strength on Father’s Day
President Tinubu and First Lady Remi Tinubu salute Nigerian fathers for their integrity, sacrifice and leadership in homes and nation-building on Father’s Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Senator Remi Tinubu joined millions of Nigerians in commemorating Father’s Day, saluting fathers across the nation and in the diaspora for their sacrifices and moral leadership.
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In a message posted on his verified X account, the President described fathers as the “first institution of leadership,” saying that the strength of Nigeria as a nation rests on the integrity and resilience of men who lead with honour in their homes.
“Our country is only as strong as the men who lead with integrity within their families. To be a father is to carry the weight of responsibility with quiet strength,” Tinubu wrote.
He praised the quiet sacrifices and tireless contributions of fathers, acknowledging their roles as mentors, protectors, and nation-builders.
In a deeply personal note, the President—himself a father and grandfather—referred to fatherhood as “the most sacred” of titles.
To be a father is to carry the weight of responsibility with quiet strength.
“Today, we honour our first teachers, silent defenders, and tireless nation-builders…our fathers,” he said, noting that fatherhood transcends biological ties to include men who guide, support, and lead within communities and public life.
Thanking Nigerian fathers for shaping the nation’s moral character, Tinubu concluded, “Your everyday labours shape the character of our country and the future of our children.”
Echoing her husband’s sentiments, First Lady Remi Tinubu commended men who step into fatherhood through mentorship, guardianship and leadership.
She paid tribute to those who dedicate themselves to raising children who are “confident, responsible, and compassionate.”
“Let us continue to give men the support and enabling environment to function effectively as fathers. When fathers are involved, families grow stronger, and so does the nation,” she said.
She offered prayers for strength, peace, and fulfilment for all fathers across the country, recognising the heavy responsibilities they bear and the positive impact of their devotion on the broader society.
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The Tinubus’ message comes at a time when family values and responsible leadership are increasingly seen as essential to Nigeria’s stability and development.
In a decisive move aimed at alleviating the economic burdens of retired public servants, Zamfara State Governor, Dr Dauda Lawal, has officially approved increased monthly pension payments for all former workers from both state and local government offices. The approval follows an extensive financial review of retirees’ living conditions, with particular attention to those in lower-income brackets who have been disproportionately affected by the prevailing cost-of-living crisis.
The decision was precipitated by the findings and recommendations of a special committee empaneled to evaluate the welfare situation of pensioners across the state. The committee’s report highlighted acute financial distress among aging retirees and called for immediate remedial action. In response, the state government has authorized a substantive upward adjustment in monthly pension stipends.
This increment aligns seamlessly with the Federal Government’s Minimum Wage Act of 2024, which explicitly recommended an additional monthly sum of at least N32,000 for pensioners. Governor Lawal has opted for full implementation of this advisory for all retired state and local government employees a policy intervention expected to benefit thousands of households across Zamfara. The state government has subsequently issued binding directives to all relevant agencies to ensure the expeditious and seamless disbursement of the enhanced payments without procedural delays.
Speaking on the development, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and Culture, Mahmud Muhammad Dantawasa, characterized the policy as a tangible demonstration of Governor Lawal’s unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for both active and former government workers. According to the Commissioner, the administration operates on the principle that dignified retirement includes access to basic necessities and financial comfort. Beneficiaries across all local government areas have been assured of prompt payment once implementation commences.
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