Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has paid a courtesy visit to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare the Second, as part of activities marking the monarch’s tenth anniversary on the throne.
The visit also provided an opportunity to explore collaboration on programmes aimed at improving the welfare of women, children and other vulnerable members of society.
The tenth coronation anniversary of Omo Noba Nedo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare the second’s reign has brought Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to the Benin Palace, where she paid homage to the monarch.
The Oba described his ten-year reign as a period of preserving Benin heritage, strengthening traditional institutions and promoting peace and development.
He commended Senator Tinubu for her contributions to projecting Nigeria positively on the international stage, describing her achievements as a source of national pride.
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The monarch also highlighted the commitment of Oba Ewuare the second foundation to education, vocational training, women empowerment and the rehabilitation of human trafficking victims, calling for collaboration with the Office of the First Lady to expand these programmes.
The First Lady expressed delight at the visit and reaffirms her commitment to initiatives promoting education, healthcare, skills development and economic opportunities for women and young people.
As a mark of honour and goodwill, the Oba presented Tinubu with the traditional Ikele coral beads, as activities marking his tenth coronation anniversary continue.
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