First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu was awarded Best Woman of the Year at the Independent Awards 2024, dedicating it to Nigerian women and youth for their contributions. Chief Olabode George urged President Tinubu to resolve issues in Rivers State to prevent instability, while numerous other awardees were honored across diverse fields.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, was honored with the title of Best Woman of the Year at the Independent Awards 2024. During her acceptance speech at the gala event in Lagos, she dedicated the award to the women and youth of Nigeria, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to national growth and development. Represented by Hajia Fatima Tajudeen, the wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mrs. Tinubu highlighted the importance of recognizing these individuals as “unsung heroes.”
The Independent Newspaper Awards recognize significant achievements across various sectors, including politics, business, and entertainment. In her gratitude-filled speech, Mrs. Tinubu expressed appreciation to the board for the honor, stating, “This award will inspire me further to contribute my quota to national development.”
At the event, Chief Olabode George, the leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the Southwest, called on President Bola Tinubu to address the escalating crisis in Rivers State. He emphasized the state’s importance to Nigeria’s economy and cautioned against potential national instability stemming from civil unrest. George urged for visible changes in governance by 2027 and posed a crucial question to voters about their current welfare in comparison to previous administrations.
The awards ceremony celebrated 36 recipients, including Governor Seyi Makinde, who was named Independent Man of the Year, and Chief Bisi Akande, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award 2024. Other notable winners include Governor Charles Soludo for Urban Renewal and Governor Bassey Otu for Economic Transformation. In the entertainment sector, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori (Kiekie) was honored as Social Media Influencer of the Year, and Otunba Mike Adenuga, Chairman of Globacom, received recognition in the business category.
In summary, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu received the Best Woman of the Year award at the Independent Awards 2024, acknowledging the efforts of Nigerian women and youth. The event also highlighted various achievers across different sectors, with calls for national stability and governance improvements. This recognition of contributions to Nigeria’s progress emphasizes the necessity of continuous efforts from both leadership and citizens for a better future.
Original Source: www.pulse.ng
