Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians living abroad to demonstrate greater commitment to their home country by supporting ongoing national development efforts.
She made the appeal during a courtesy visit from Dr Phillips Ozuah, President and CEO of Montefiore Medicine in the United States, at the State House in Abuja.
The First Lady expressed pride in Dr Ozuah’s achievements abroad, particularly his philanthropic contributions to Nigeria’s health sector.
“We are proud that a Nigerian is doing so well in the US. It is commendable that you have also looked back and supported your alma mater, the University College Hospital in Ibadan,” she said.
Highlighting the importance of education, Senator Tinubu noted, “To begin your support from the education sector is a remarkable step. Through the Renewed Hope Initiative, we are also doing a great deal in this area.”
She expressed gratitude to Dr Ozuah for being a worthy ambassador of Nigeria and urged other members of the diaspora to leverage their knowledge, influence, and resources to uplift their country of origin.
In his remarks, Dr Ozuah praised the First Lady’s ongoing advocacy for both local and international support towards Nigeria’s development. He especially commended her efforts in promoting maternal and child health.
He said he found inspiration in her impactful work in healthcare and education, and expressed interest in collaborating with the Renewed Hope Initiative to improve the lives of women and children in Nigeria.
