By Ladan Muhammad Garko
KANO — The Managing Director of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority (HJRDA), Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has congratulated the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 66th birthday.
In a congratulatory message issued on Monday in Kano, Bichi described the First Lady’s life of service, compassion and commitment to improving the lives of Nigerian women, youths and families as an inspiration to many.
He particularly commended her Every Home A Garden Initiative, saying the programme demonstrates the importance of grassroots-driven efforts in achieving sustainable national development.
According to him, the initiative inspired HJRDA to train 500 women in homestead gardening and agricultural empowerment as part of efforts to support the food security objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
«“Inspired by this vision, the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority proudly trained 500 women in homestead gardening and agricultural empowerment, in direct fulfilment of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.»
«“This milestone would not have been possible without the guiding light of your exemplary leadership and advocacy for food security and self-reliance,” Bichi said.»
The HJRDA managing director said the occasion provides an opportunity for Nigerians to celebrate a woman he described as being committed to advancing the wellbeing of families and promoting initiatives aimed at empowering women.
Bichi prayed that Almighty God would continue to grant the First Lady good health, strength and many more years of impactful service to the nation.

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