‘She Is Not Afraid To Stand Alone’, Tinubu Salutes Aisha Buhari At 55

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, on her 55th birthday, describing her as a courageous and principled woman who is “not afraid to stand alone” on matters concerning her values and ideals.

In a message personally signed by him on Monday, the President joined her family and friends in celebrating the milestone.

“I join the family and friends of Hajiya Aisha Buhari to congratulate her on her 55th birthday. Fifty-five is a significant milestone, and I celebrate with the former First Lady on this occasion,” he said.

President Tinubu described Hajiya Buhari as “an Amazon, a courageous and principled woman,” adding that she remained steadfast in defending her convictions.

“She is not afraid to stand alone on matters bordering on her values and ideals. She is as ever certain as the North Star; a woman for all seasons,” the President stated.

He also acknowledged her humanitarian efforts through the Aisha Buhari Foundation, noting that the organisation has upheld the rights of women and children and provided support to many families.

“Through her foundation, the Aisha Buhari Foundation, she has upheld the rights of women and children and provided succour to many families,” Tinubu said.

The President further described her as “a voice for the unheard and the forgotten,” commending her for championing causes that preserve family values and human dignity.

“I thank Hajiya Buhari for her contributions to our nation. And I commend her resilience and discipline,” he added.

President Tinubu prayed for her continued good health and wished her and her family well.