Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, said Nigerians are blessed to have a humble and compassionate First Lady who genuinely cares for the poor and vulnerable in communities.

The governor asserted the grand homecoming reception held in honour of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, at the palace of the Olu of Warri.

Addressing a jubilant crowd that thronged the palace grounds as early as 07:00 a.m., Oborevwori praised Mrs Tinubu’s impactful tenure in the Senate, noting that she consistently stood tall in the Red Chambers and invested her time and energy in policy advocacy that positively affected Nigerians.

He joined the Olu of Warri, HRM Ogiame Atuwatse III, in celebrating the First Lady, whom he described as a worthy daughter of the Itsekiri nation with an outstanding record of public service.

Oborevwori said, “We can all attest to how she stood firm during her time in the Senate.”

Nigerians are blessed to have a humble and compassionate First Lady who genuinely cares for the poor and vulnerable in our communities.”

The governor highlighted that the visit marked Mrs Tinubu’s third official visit to the state within two years.

He recalled her August 2024 visit to flag off the Renewed Hope Initiative empowerment programme for the South-South in Asaba and her March 2025 visit to launch the Free to Shine programme, during which 10,000 professional kits were distributed to midwives across the region as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery.

In her remarks, Mrs Tinubu expressed deep emotion at the reception and cultural displays, describing her visit to Warri as a homecoming filled with gratitude and pride.