Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday flagged off the distribution of 100 trucks of rice and N1.2 billion in aid to support vulnerable households across the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The intervention, which covers the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, is being implemented in partnership with the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Political and Other Matters, with a focus on Muslim communities ahead of the Eid il-Adha celebrations.
Speaking at the flag-off ceremony in Kaduna, the First Lady said the initiative reflects solidarity with the Muslim Ummah and translates the values of sacrifice and compassion associated with the season into tangible support.
“As we approach Eid il-Kabir, a season of sacrifice, compassion, and gratitude, this effort converts the message of the season into relief for vulnerable Muslim communities across all northern states and the Federal Capital Territory,” she said.
Mrs. Tinubu explained that the items and funds would be distributed through established state coordinating committees, expressing optimism that the intervention would bring relief to beneficiary households.
She noted that the initiative follows a similar outreach to Christian communities in Northern Nigeria in December 2025, reaffirming that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to reforms aimed at improving citizens’ welfare.
The First Lady also commended the Special Adviser to the President on Political and Other Matters, Ibrahim Kabir Masari, for coordinating the programme.
In his remarks, the Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani said the President and the First Lady have consistently demonstrated commitment to the wellbeing of Nigerians through targeted social interventions.
“Together, President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady exemplify a model of leadership rooted in service, compassion, and unity,” he said.
He added that the Kaduna State Government remains focused on cushioning the effects of economic reforms through support for small and medium enterprises, youth empowerment, agricultural development, and sustained investment in security.
The governor also urged Muslim faithful to remain patient, united, and resilient, while calling on religious and community leaders to continue promoting peace, brotherhood, and mutual support.
