First Lady Urges Nigerians to Keep Hope, Says Insecurity Will End

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful despite ongoing security challenges in parts of the country, stating that the Federal Government, security agencies, and international partners are working to resolve the situation.

Speaking on May 30, 2026, at a women’s gathering held at the Ekitikete Pavilion in Ado Ekiti, the First Lady addressed concerns over insecurity and appealed for continued trust in government efforts.

According to a statement released by her office on Sunday, she reassured Nigerians that the country’s security challenges will be overcome through the combined efforts of the government, security forces, and international collaboration.

She expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working tirelessly to tackle insecurity, and urged Nigerians particularly women to remain hopeful and prayerful. She also reaffirmed her belief that Nigeria remains a great and blessed nation, and that the current challenges will soon pass.

The First Lady’s remarks come amid rising security concerns across several states, including recent incidents of attacks and kidnappings. In one referenced case, armed men reportedly attacked schools in the Ahoro Esinele community in Oyo State’s Oriire Local Government Area on or about May 15, 2026. During the attack, at least 25 pupils and seven teachers were abducted, an assistant headmaster was killed, and another teacher later died in captivity.

At the same event, Senator Tinubu presented a N100 million Business Recapitalisation Grant to 2,000 women petty traders in Ekiti State, aimed at supporting their businesses, families, and economic growth.

She also canvassed support for Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji, who is the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate ahead of the June 20 election, while announcing the empowerment grant. She thanked residents for their support of the Oyebanji administration and urged them to vote for him in the forthcoming poll.