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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.
The Lagos State Government has flagged off the enforcement of Executive Order EO/BOS/01/2024, introducing the Lagos Private Health Plans (LPHP) to expand health insurance coverage to salaried workers and corporate organisations.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced that residents and employers have until December 31, 2026, to secure coverage, as formal enforcement of the mandatory health insurance policy kicks off on January 1, 2027.
The new private sector arrangement complements the existing Ilera Eko scheme, which primarily targets vulnerable residents and workers in the informal sector. To drive the initiative, 21 Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs) have partnered with the state government to expand access across corporate establishments.
To protect vulnerable residents unable to afford premiums on their own, the state government tripled its Health Equity Fund from ₦1 billion to ₦3 billion, covering over 500,000 citizens.
In addition, the state government instituted a strict directive for healthcare providers across the metropolis, warning that no hospital is permitted to turn away patients requiring emergency care due to financial constraints. Under the policy, medical facilities must stabilize patients before demanding payment or insurance verification.
Governor Sanwo-Olu stressed that employee healthcare remains a mandatory employer responsibility comparable to pension obligations, noting that the systemic upgrade aims to safeguard household finances against unexpected medical emergencies.
The spiritual director of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, Evangelist Ebuka Obi, has shared controversial thoughts on modern relationships, warning men against the practice of training or financially supporting young women in anticipation of marriage.
According to the popular cleric, men who invest resources into sponsoring women often risk losing them to other suitors who have achieved greater financial success.
Speaking during a recent ministration, Obi asserted that contemporary relationship dynamics have shifted, suggesting that financial investment alone does not guarantee commitment.
“The fact remains that some of the girls you are training now will end up not marrying you,” Obi stated. “They will marry someone who has made it further in life than you. Women of this generation don’t care anymore. The only thing that will make a woman stand by you is if you have something she doesn’t have.”
The remarks have since drawn mixed reactions across social media platforms, sparking public debate among Nigerians regarding gender roles, expectations, financial support in courtships, and changing values in modern relationships.
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