Remi Tinubu Donates ₦1bn, Joins Gov Mutfwang to Push for Lasting Peace in Plateau

By Billa Pius,Jos

First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, have jointly called for an end to decades of bloodshed in Plateau State, urging communities to embrace unity, healing, and peace.

The call was made during a peace and humanitarian visit by the First Lady to the New Government House, Little Rayfield, Jos, on Tuesday, July 2, 2025, where she also donated ₦1 billion and 1,800 bags of 25kg rice under the Renewed Hope Initiative, targeted at supporting victims of violence and improving livelihoods.

“Today, I have come with a donation of ₦1 billion for the Renewed Hope Initiative,” she declared.
“I want this to be the last time I come here to give aid. Next time, I want to return to enjoy the beauty of Plateau’s tourism.”

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Tinubu said her visit was inspired by deep emotional concern for the people of Plateau and a desire to help rebuild lives torn by conflict.

“I came here first as a mother, whose heart bleeds each time I hear about killings, violence, or bloodshed,” she said.
“Women do not fight. But we ask the men of this land to protect us and ensure that our children grow up without fear.”

She also emphasized that the money donated did not come from public funds but was personally raised to support humanitarian efforts across Nigeria.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang, while receiving the First Lady, described her as “the mother of the nation” and lauded her compassion, commitment, and ongoing support for Plateau State.

“She has taken Plateau to heart. Your gestures will leave lasting memories,” Mutfwang said.
“We are coming together leaders of faith, tradition, and society to bring an end to three decades of violence.”

He recalled her visit last year to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and thanked her for again prioritizing Plateau in her humanitarian outreach.

The governor reaffirmed his pledge to unify the people of the state, noting that “we are not there yet, but with God’s help, we will get there.”

Mrs. Tinubu also called on traditional rulers and religious leaders to take responsibility in building peace and protecting communities, reminding them that political leaders come and go, but custodians of the land remain.

Her visit, accompanied by women leaders from other parts of the country, ended with prayers and renewed calls for unity, as the First Lady reaffirmed her hope that “from the mouth of a child, there shall be peace in this land.”