Wife of the Nigeria President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has identified Education as a means to empower individuals to reach their full potential.

Senator Tinubu stated this at the inauguration and handing over of Alternative High School for girls in Osogbo, Osun State, under the Renewed Hope Initiative of the office of the First Lady of Nigeria.

She noted that education is not merely a privilege, but a fundamental human right, regardless of gender or circumstance, this she said aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4, which aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.”

Senator Oluremi Tinubu explained that the Renewed Hope Initiative would continue to champion programmes that empower girls, women and youth across the country, towards a better life for families.

She said through the facilities, girls and women are not only being given a second chance at formal education, but also equipping them with life skills to rebuild their confidence, independence, and potential to contribute meaningfully to society.

“Today’s commissioning marks the fulfilment of a commitment I made during the Launch of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) #WeAreEqual Campaign in Nigeria on the 13th of May, 2024 using Education as my focus under the theme: “Education as a Powerful Tool for Change, No Girl Left Behind”. This is to ensure that all women and girls regardless of their circumstance have access to quality education”.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu advised the beneficiaries of the Alternative school not to allow their past define them but make use of the opportunity with determination and focus.

She commended the Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke and his wife, Mrs. Titilola Adeleke for their role and efforts in approving the land upon which this school stands.

In his address, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke appreciated the efforts of the President in deepening the unity among the state of the nation.

Governor Adeleke said giving quality education initiatives is in line with fighting poverty and building future for girls and the society.

In a remark, the Executive Secretary, Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, Dr. Hamid Boboyi noted that the Alternative High School for girls is to ensure every girls from any part of the country receive education
Innovative academic program, skills acquisition and mentorship is to make girls are trained.

Also Speaking, the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Suwaiba Ahmad said President Tinubu administration place a high premium on education especially for girls, hence, the Alternative School for girls was designed to provide opportunity for girls who dropped out of school due to lack of finance or other circumstances.

Earlier, the wife of Osun state Governor, Yeye Titilola Adeleke had commended Senator Oluremi Tinubu for her commitment to providing quality education for young girls and women in Osun State.

Present at the event are wives of Governor from Oyo, Lagos, Ogun and Ekiti states, wife of Chief of Staff to President, Alhaja Fasilat Gbajabiamila, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji and other dignitaries.