The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has unveiled a golden statue of First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, amongst others in a grand ceremony at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Osun State
A 2.7km Senator Oluremi Tinubu Way, a grand pavilion, and a monument on the university campus were donated by the Ooni and named after Mrs Tinubu.
The monarch reportedly praised her outstanding leadership, dedication to education, women’s empowerment, and national unity.
He commended her, saying, “A golden statue is erected to immortalise her virtuous personality and to showcase the strength of a teacher, mother, and wife at the very heart of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
“The biggest hostel and pavilion in the history of Obafemi Awolowo University, which bears her name, represent her efforts to create spaces for learning, development, and empowerment for all.”
At the event, Mrs Tinubu also pledged N1bn donation to the university’s horticultural landscaping.
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Waste of money