First lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has hosted a special Christmas banquet for children from two foster homes as part of the celebration of this year’s Christmas.
In a message, she urged Nigerians to embrace the essence of the season with love, compassion and unity, urging them to make every day like Christmas.
“Christmas should remind us to love our neighbours and go all out to help others. Next year, let’s make it a year of love and a cleaner, greener Nigeria,” she said.
The first lady in a statement by her media aide, Busola Kukuyi, pointed out that the federal government had been doing everything to ensure that lives of Nigerians get better and would continue to do so with all vigour in the new year.
She described year 2025 as one of hope, love and actualisation of God’s goodness in the nation.
Mrs. Tinubu urged the children to show love to their friends, sisters, brothers and neighbours as exemplified by Jesu Christ.
“The reason we are all here is to celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ”.
She read from the book which she authored “The Christmas Story” which explains about the birth, life and times of Jesus. The book, The Christmas Story, which reimagines the story of Jesus’ birth with Nigerian characters, bringing the message of hope and purpose closer home.
Children from the Abuja Children Home and Vine Heritage Home Foundation who were guests at the annual Children’s Christmas Brunch competed in a national anthem contest, receiving cash prizes and were treated to gifts, food and drinks.
Speaking to journalists after the event, the first lady reflected on her personal journey, encouraging Nigerians to approach the new year with optimism and focus on faith and hard work.
