JOS, Nigeria — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has unveiled a ₦1 billion relief package and 1,800 bags of rice for survivors of the recent wave of violence in Plateau State.
Speaking at Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos, on Thursday, Mrs Tinubu said the funds—channeled through her Renewed Hope Initiative—are meant “to help families rebuild their lives and restore a sense of normalcy” after the attacks that left dozens of villagers dead and thousands displaced.
“These killings are senseless and evil,” the First Lady told an audience that included traditional rulers, state officials and women leaders. “We owe it to our children to hand over a banner without stain. I appeal to our royal fathers, as custodians of the land, to work tirelessly for peace.”
Mrs Tinubu, who arrived at Yakubu Gowon Airport aboard a presidential jet and was received by Governor Caleb Mutfwang, also issued a rallying cry to men across the state: “On behalf of Nigerian women, I urge you to protect your homes and ensure that your children grow up in a society of peace, not fear.”
Governor Mutfwang described the intervention as “timely and monumental,” promising strict accountability. “Not a kobo of this donation will be misused,” he said. “Our administration is committed to total peace, and we will deploy these resources directly to the affected communities.”
The First Lady was accompanied by a high‑level delegation, including the wife of the Vice‑President, Hajiya Nana Shettima; the wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hajiya Fatima Abbas; and the wife of the President’s Chief of Staff, Mrs Salamatu Gbajabiamila. Also present were Senator Simon Lalong, former military administrator Rear Admiral Atukum (rtd.), and several Plateau traditional rulers.
Security agencies say investigations into the latest attacks are ongoing, while local leaders continue to press for a durable peace accord among farming and herding communities.
