“Education is foundation for nat’l devt”: Tinubu’s wife speaks, makes 2 demands

• First Lady Oluremi Tinubu called for increased support and partnerships to boost education, praising initiatives like the Five Cowries Art Education Initiative for lasting community impact
• She pledged 100 million from the Renewed Hope Initiative to support 5,000 arts exhibitions nationwide and urged public involvement through donations and advocacy
• The gala event, supported by spouses of heads of missions, raised funds to expand arts education in Nigeria, focusing on improving learning and access in rural and underserved areas

Tinubu’s Wife Demands 2 Actions for Nigeria’s Education SectorSource: OriginalFirst Lady highlights impact of innovative education programmesFrom renovating schools and assisting hospitals, to supporting poor people in business, your contributions are making a lasting impact in our communities, she stated.They have become a part of the success stories recorded in the country through their various activities, she added.Call to action: support and funding pledged for art educationI believe that education is the foundation of true national development. Since inception, President Bola Tinubus administration and the Renewed Hope Initiative have continually contributed toward education and youth empowerment. “At this juncture, I urge everyone to support the Five Cowries Initiative either with financial donations, advocacy or partnership. On behalf of RHI, we pledge N100 million to support 5,000 arts exhibitions across Nigeria.Spouses of heads of missions champion arts in educationThis informed our decision to support the Five Cowries Art Education Initiative to raise funds that will enhance art education, improve learning, and broaden access to education in rural and underserved communities, she explained.NGO founder outlines vision for expanding arts educationTinubu’s Wife Demands 2 Actions for Nigeria’s Education SectorSource: Original2027 presidency: Patience Jonathan promises to campaign with Remi Tinubu

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