In a birthday tribute released on Monday, Tinubu praised Oluremi for her patience, courage, compassion and unwavering support throughout their years together.
The President described her as the woman who had stood by him through different seasons of his life, sharing his burdens and offering counsel during difficult moments.
“Today, I celebrate the woman who has walked beside me with patience, grace and uncommon courage. Àwọn àgbà sọ pé, ‘Ìyàwó rere ni adé ọkọ rẹ̀.’ A good wife is her husband’s crown,” he said.
Tinubu said Oluremi had given practical meaning to the biblical description of a virtuous woman, adding that she had remained a source of strength and understanding to him.
“The burdens that were mine to bear often found their way onto your shoulders. The thoughts I could not put into words somehow found their way to you.
“In difficult times, when the future was uncertain, you stayed calm beside me and prayed with me,” he stated.
Describing her as his “truest friend and confidante”, the President said Oluremi was never afraid to offer him honest counsel.
“I call you my truest friend and confidante because you speak the truth plainly, even on the days I would rather not hear it,” Tinubu said.
He also praised her role in raising their children and grandchildren, saying her values of faith and kindness had left a lasting imprint on the family.
Tinubu further highlighted Oluremi’s humanitarian activities through the New Era Foundation and the Renewed Hope Initiative, saying her efforts had reached young people, widows, elderly citizens and women farmers across the country.
He also acknowledged her advocacy for people affected by tuberculosis and other diseases, describing her as a compassionate advocate and determined champion.
The President said her compassion transcended ethnic, regional and religious boundaries, noting that she had continued to offer support to people in need.
Reflecting on their years together, Tinubu said their shared experiences, including difficult decisions and sacrifices, had strengthened their relationship.
“A long journey teaches a man the true value of a good partner. We have travelled a long road together. I think of the difficult decisions we talked through for hours and the sacrifices no one else saw.
“Laughter and prayer carried us through many of them,” he said.
Tinubu concluded the tribute by wishing Oluremi many more years of good health and joy, adding that if life returned him to the beginning, he would still choose the same path that led him to her.
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