The Oluremi @65 Education Fund, launched to commemorate the 65th birthday of Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has concluded its fundraising drive with a monumental sum collected for national development projects.
A Landmark Achievement for Education
In a significant announcement, the First Lady confirmed that the dedicated donation account was officially closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The initiative has successfully amassed a total of N25,520,708,074.35 (Twenty-Five Billion, Five Hundred and Twenty Million, Seven Hundred and Eight Thousand, Seventy-Four Naira, Thirty-Five Kobo). This fund is earmarked to bolster the education sector and support the construction of the National Library.
Senator Tinubu expressed her profound appreciation to all Nigerians, her family, friends, and well-wishers whose generosity made this feat possible. She described the overwhelming response as a powerful testament to the nation's shared commitment to education, the preservation of knowledge, and collective progress.
Fund Management and Future Contributions
The First Lady clarified that the project was overseen by the Minister of Education. With the special fund now closed, she directed that any further donations intended for the National Library project should be routed directly through the Federal Ministry of Education.
Beyond the impressive financial milestone, Senator Tinubu highlighted the initiative's success in fostering national goodwill and unity. She noted that it demonstrated a common purpose and the readiness of Nigerians to support causes that advance learning and intellectual growth across the country.
A New Year Message of Hope and Unity
In a related New Year message to the nation, the First Lady urged citizens to welcome 2026 with renewed hope and a united commitment to building a nation where every individual can thrive with dignity. She expressed deep gratitude to God for guiding Nigeria into the new year, framing the moment with optimism and faith in divine promises for the country.
Reflecting on 2025, she praised the resilient spirit of Nigerians, emphasizing the courage, strength, creativity, and unwavering belief in a better future that continue to define the national character.
