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The “Oluremi @65 Education Fund,” established in celebration of the 65th birthday of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has successfully raised a total of N25,520,708,074.35 (Twenty-Five Billion, Five Hundred and Twenty Million, Seven Hundred and Eight Thousand, Seventy-Four Naira, Thirty-Five Kobo) to support the construction of the National Library.
The First Lady extended her appreciation to Nigerians, family members, friends, and well-wishers who generously contributed to the initiative.
Created on 21st September 2025, the Oluremi @65 Education Fund was aimed at fostering educational development, promoting the preservation of knowledge, and contributing to national progress. Senator Tinubu described the overwhelming response as a testament to the collective commitment of Nigerians toward education and nation-building.
In a statement, the First Lady announced that the donation account for the fund will be officially closed on Wednesday, 31st December 2025. She assured contributors that the project will now be supervised by the Honorable Minister of Education and encouraged any further support to be channeled through the Ministry.
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“The support received affirms our shared commitment to education, preservation of knowledge, and national development. I am deeply encouraged by the goodwill and unity this initiative has inspired,” Senator Tinubu said.
The fund’s successful mobilization of resources has positioned the National Library project as one of the most significant educational and infrastructural initiatives undertaken in recent times. Observers have noted that the level of support reflects Nigerians’ increasing interest in initiatives that promote literacy, access to knowledge, and academic advancement.
The First Lady expressed gratitude to all contributors, highlighting that their generosity will leave a lasting impact on generations to come. She also wished Nigerians and their families a peaceful and prosperous 2026, encouraging continued support for educational causes and national development initiatives.
Analysts say the Oluremi @65 Education Fund demonstrates the power of collective action in achieving large-scale educational projects and underscores the role of public-private collaboration in nation-building. With the Ministry of Education now overseeing the project, stakeholders anticipate steady progress in the construction and development of the National Library, which is expected to serve as a hub for learning, research, and innovation across Nigeria.
The successful conclusion of the Oluremi @65 Education Fund not only celebrates the First Lady’s milestone birthday but also sets a precedent for future initiatives aimed at enhancing education and fostering national growth.
