The First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has emerged the Best Woman of the Year at the Independent Awards 2024, celebrating her contributions to national development.
At the gala night held in Lagos on Saturday, Tinubu dedicated the award to Nigerian women and youth, praising their relentless efforts in shaping the country’s future. Represented by Hajia Fatima Tajudeen, wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, she described them as Nigeria’s unsung heroes.
The Independent Newspaper Awards spotlight achievements across politics, business, entertainment, and other sectors.
In her acceptance speech, Tinubu expressed gratitude to the organisers and pledged to continue contributing to national progress.
Meanwhile, Chief Olabode George, South-West PDP leader and event chairman, urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the Rivers State crisis, warning against escalation. He emphasised the state’s economic significance and called for decisive action to prevent instability.
The ceremony also honoured 36 individuals and organisations for their impact on Nigeria’s growth. Gov. Seyi Makinde was named Independent Man of the Year, while Chief Bisi Akande received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Other winners included Gov. Charles Soludo (Urban Renewal), Gov. Bassey Otu (Economic Transformation), and Gov. Abdullahi Sule (Solid Minerals Development). In entertainment, Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori, popularly known as Kiekie, was recognised as Social Media Influencer of the Year.
The event underscored the vital role of leadership and innovation in Nigeria’s development, leaving attendees inspired by the nation’s progress.
NAN
