The Oluremi @65 Education Fund, a special initiative launched to commemorate the 65th birthday of Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially concluded its fundraising drive, achieving a monumental financial milestone.
A Resounding Success for National Development
In a message of gratitude, Senator Tinubu announced that the fund raised a total sum 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). She expressed profound appreciation to Nigerians from all walks of life, alongside family, friends, and well-wishers, for their overwhelming generosity.
The First Lady described the massive response as a powerful testament to the nation's shared conviction in the transformative role of education and knowledge preservation for national progress. She stated that the initiative succeeded in fostering a remarkable sense of goodwill, unity, and collective purpose among citizens.
Fund Closure and Next Steps
Senator Tinubu provided a clear update on the status of the project, confirming that the dedicated donation account was officially closed on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. She directed that any future contributions intended for the National Library construction should now be made directly through the Federal Ministry of Education, which is supervising the project under the leadership of the Honourable Minister of Education.
The funds are earmarked to support educational advancement and the critical construction of the National Library, an institution vital for intellectual growth and national heritage.
A Lasting Legacy for Future Generations
In her concluding remarks, the First Lady framed the colossal contribution as a worthy and strategic investment in Nigeria's future. She emphasized that the fund would create a lasting legacy, benefiting generations of Nigerians to come by bolstering educational infrastructure and access to knowledge.
Senator Tinubu also extended her New Year wishes to all citizens, hoping for a peaceful and prosperous 2026 filled with continued progress for the nation. She reiterated her thanks to every individual and organization that supported the cause, cementing the initiative's place as a landmark moment of public-private partnership for national development.
