Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC-Edo North) says U.S. President Donald Trump’s public recognition of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, carries a strong message of diplomacy, unity, and national cohesion.

He spoke on Friday to State House correspondents after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, describing the encounter as cordial and respectful.

Mr Oshiomhole highlighted that Mr Trump’s remarks emphasised religious harmony, noting that Mr Tinubu is a Muslim, while his wife is a Christian pastor, symbolising Nigeria’s religious diversity.

“The recognition shows Trump understands that the Nigerian President is a Muslim, but he celebrates his Christian wife, who is also a pastor.

“So there can be no tension between the Qur’an and the Bible,” Mr Oshiomhole explained, saying the message is a model for peaceful coexistence.

He stressed that the development should remind Nigerians to cooperate for the common good, overcome national challenges collectively, and strengthen unity across all regions and communities.

Mr Oshiomhole said governance must deliver benefits fairly to all citizens, noting that shared progress is essential for social stability and national development.

The senator revealed he visited President Tinubu to greet him and wish him a happy new year, having not seen him since the start of 2026.

He also congratulated the president over Mr Trump’s respectful comments about the first lady, describing her as responsible, respectable, and an inspiration to Nigerians nationwide.

“The public applause following the recognition reflects the positive impression created. For me as a Nigerian, that is worth celebrating,” Mr Oshiomhole said, urging unity and national pride. 

(NAN)