First Lady Inaugurates Nigerian Red Cross National Headquarters

First lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has commissioned the first national headquarters of the Nigerian Red Cross Society in Abuja.

Senator Tinubu, in her address, noted that the society had remained steadfast in its mission of serving humanity without discrimination.

She stated that the society had always had an enduring commitment to alleviating human suffering and bringing hope to the most vulnerable.

“I am confident that this new office building will further strengthen the society’s capacity to coordinate its humanitarian activities, enhance operational effectiveness, and deepen its impact across Nigeria,”she said

“The influence of the activities of the Red Cross Society extends far beyond our shores. Whether providing first aid or responding to disasters, supporting victims of conflict, promoting health and well-being, or providing humanitarian assistance to communities in need, the society has remained steadfast in its mission of serving humanity without discrimination”.

The first lady, who had earlier been decorated as the grand matron of the society, commended the leadership, staff, partners and volunteers of the Nigerian Red Cross Society for their dedication and sacrifice.

“Your selfless service continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals and families,”she added.

As part of the commissioning, Senator Tinubu also toured the facility, including the Incident Room, where she was informed about its fully digitised operations.

In their remarks, the President of the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Prince Oluyemisi Adeaga, the Head, Country Cluster of the International Federation of the Red Cross, Doris El-Doueihy, and other partners commended the Federal Government’s efforts to tackle various issues that lead to humanitarian crisis.

They assured their support and commitment to making life more bearable for every victim of humanitarian crisis.