Wife of Nigerian President, Oluremi Tinubu has paid a condolence visit to the Lagos home of the Saraki family, ahead of the funeral of their mother Florence Morenike.
She said her visit, which has the permission of President Bola Tinubu, is a way of letting the family know that they love them.
“We are one family. You know that politics aside, Mr President will always look out for you”.
“Mama lived a good life. I know it hurts so much but we thank God for the good life she lived”.
The First Lady pointed out that the son of the deceased and President of the 8th Senate, Bukola Saraki always had her support during their time at the upper chamber.
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In his response, Senator Bukola Saraki noted that he was not surprised by the visit of the First Lady who he described as a passionate and loving woman.
“You always see the bigger picture all the times. I know you are a passionate woman who is full of compassion.
I know you are here with the knowledge of the President. I thank you very much “.
Prayers were offered both in the Christian and Islamic faith for the repose of the soul of the departed, the President and the nation in general.
(Editor: Oloyede Oworu)
