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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Says Husband Not to Blame for Nigeria’s Economic Hardship
Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu recently addressed the pressing economic challenges facing the country, emphasizing that her husband, President Bola Tinubu, should not bear the blame for the current difficulties.
During her remarks at the palace of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, she highlighted that the administration is still in its early stages, having only been in power for two years.
The First Lady was in Ife for the inauguration of a newly built hostel and a 2.7-kilometre road at Obafemi Awolowo University, which were generously donated by the Ooni and named in her honour.
This event reflects the collaboration between the monarchy and educational institutions in improving infrastructure for students.
Oluremi Tinubu reassured the public about the administration’s commitment to addressing the nation’s economic issues.
She stated, “We are just two years into our administration. We are not the cause of the current situation. We are working diligently to rectify it and secure a brighter future for our citizens.”
She acknowledged the challenges brought on by the recent removal of fuel subsidies, a critical topic in Nigeria’s economic landscape.
Many Nigerians have felt the impact of this change, which has led to rising costs of living.
However, the First Lady expressed optimism, saying, “With God’s guidance, we believe that in the next two years, Nigeria will surpass its current state of hardship.
Those who have previously attempted to remove subsidies have struggled to see it through, but we are confident that with your prayers and support, we can build a nation that thrives in the future.”
Her message aimed to inspire hope and unity among the citizens, urging them to remain steadfast as the administration navigates the complexities of governance.
The event also showcased the importance of community support and collaboration in addressing national challenges, particularly in the educational sector.
Through initiatives like these, the First Lady hopes to demonstrate the administration’s commitment to fostering development and enhancing the lives of Nigerians across the country.
Since Uber exited Nigeria, rumours have been circulating over why the company left the country. One of the claims suggested that FAAN was part of the reason for the exit.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has now addressed the rumours and claims of its involvement in Uber’s decision to leave Nigeria.
FAAN said it could not speak for Uber’s decision, noting that the company likely had its own economic and regulatory considerations for leaving Nigeria.
FAAN’s Managing Director, Olubunmi Kuku, said “I can’t speak to Uber’s exit from Nigeria. I am sure they have their own economic and regulatory decisions as to why they chose to exit.”
Governor of Akwa Ibom, Pastor Umo Eno, reflected on a career choice he made when he had no choice back then.
The governor recalled how he made not less than ₦10 million in a month from selling bread and akara.
He stated “I started selling Akara and bread. Back then, I was doing Akara Burger — we opened the bread and put Akara inside for you. I made not less than ₦10 million in a month.”
Many Nigerians reacted and wondered if his reflection was in response to what the First Lady advised Nigerians earlier about selling corn.
Uber makes headlines in Nigeria as it announces that it is leaving the country. The transportation and logistics business has been in operation in Nigeria since 2014 and suddenly announced its exit on September 2, 2026.
This started with users receiving a message from the team stating that the company would be leaving Nigeria, and the announcement quickly began trending as many Nigerians started talking about Uber’s exit.
Uber shared “We are writing to share some difficult news. After a thorough review of our business, we have made the tough decision to wind down our operations in Nigeria, effective 2 September 2026.
“This wasn’t a decision we made lightly, because it will have a real impact on our teammates and friends who have worked hard for Uber. It’s important to say that these changes are about how we’re organised and what we’re prioritising, not about anyone’s contributions to Uber, which we will always value,” Khosrowshahi said.
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