“Very Respected Person,” Trump hails Nigeria’s First Lady in US
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“We’re honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria, who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at the largest church in Nigeria. A very respected woman. First Lady, please, where are you? Thank you very much. It’s a great honour. Thank you very much. Very respected person, too. Thank you,” Trump said, drawing applause from attendees.
United States President Donald Trump has publicly praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, describing her as a “very respected person” while highlighting her role in religious life.
The annual prayer breakfast, which draws members of the US Congress, religious leaders and international dignitaries, provided a moment of recognition for the Nigerian First Lady as Trump addressed participants on faith, leadership and global religious freedom.
Spotting Oluremi Tinubu in the audience, Trump paused his remarks to acknowledge her presence and service, noting both her position as First Lady and her pastoral role within Nigeria’s Christian community.
“We’re honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria, who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at the largest church in Nigeria. A very respected woman. First Lady, please, where are you? Thank you very much. It’s a great honour. Thank you very much. Very respected person, too. Thank you,” Trump said, drawing applause from attendees.
The recognition placed Tinubu among a select group of global figures acknowledged at the event, underscoring her prominence beyond Nigeria’s political space and reflecting her longstanding involvement in faith-based activities.
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