Nigeria’s First Lady has called on celebrities to do more for vulnerable citizens. She said collective support can help reduce the burden on government and improve lives.
ABUJA, FCT — First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged Nigerian celebrities to come together under a common foundation to support poor and vulnerable Nigerians. She made the appeal while recounting the success story of a graduate who reportedly built a thriving business after receiving support to sell akara.
According to Oluremi Tinubu, she once read about a graduate who turned to selling akara after struggling to secure employment in Abuja. She said support was later extended to the young entrepreneur, who has since expanded the business and now employs 12 people. The First Lady cited the story as an example of how targeted assistance can transform lives and create jobs.
Speaking during the event, Oluremi Tinubu described akara as a profitable business and encouraged greater involvement from influential Nigerians in humanitarian efforts. She said the government faces numerous responsibilities and that celebrities can complement public efforts by supporting people in need through organised charitable initiatives.
The First Lady has consistently advocated for programmes that promote economic empowerment, education, healthcare and improved welfare for women, young people and vulnerable groups across Nigeria. Her latest remarks align with ongoing calls for stronger collaboration between government, private organisations and public figures in addressing social and economic challenges.
The development means renewed attention could shift toward the role of celebrities and philanthropic organisations in supporting poverty reduction and job creation. While government programmes remain central to national development, Oluremi Tinubu said partnerships with influential individuals and charitable foundations can expand opportunities for more Nigerians and strengthen community-based support initiatives.
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