Tinubu unveils ICT centre as Benue deputy gov dismisses wife’s first-lady role

Guardian | 19-06-2026 04:35pm |

The First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, has launched a N100 million grant initiative aimed at supporting 2,000 petty traders in Benue State by providing them with start-up capital. This announcement coincided with the unveiling of an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) centre in the state, which is expected to enhance digital literacy and skills among the local population. Meanwhile, the Deputy Governor of Benue State has publicly dismissed the traditional role of the First Lady, emphasizing a shift towards more substantive contributions to governance and community development.

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