My marriage to you is doomed to fail unless you have a healthy respect for God, warns Oluremi Tinubu

Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has asserted that her relationships with individuals who lack a strong faith foundation are short-lived, emphasizing the significance of spiritual values in her personal and public life.

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Senator Tinubu, who has been married to President Bola Tinubu, a Muslim, for nearly 40 years, noted that their marital bond has been marked by remarkable harmony, with neither partner recalling instances of raised voices in their interactions.

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The First Lady made these remarks during an Interfaith Breaking of Fast event, which brought together Christians and Muslims, as well as wives of state governors, at the Old Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday evening.

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The gathering underscored the importance of interfaith coexistence and the vital role women play in shaping the values of future generations, with Senator Tinubu urging attendees to strive for excellence, compassion, and integrity in their lives.

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As a Christian married to a Muslim, Senator Tinubu shared her personal experience of peaceful coexistence, stating that the concurrent observation of Ramadan and Lent was a poignant reminder of the need for unity and understanding in the face of rising tensions and religious divisions.

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She acknowledged that recent events had created an atmosphere of tension, with some individuals seeking to exploit religious differences, but emphasized that many Nigerians, like herself, had experienced harmonious relationships with people of other faiths.

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Senator Tinubu reflected on her nearly 40-year marriage, noting that she and her husband had maintained a deep respect for each other, with only rare instances of disagreement, demonstrating that people from different faith backgrounds could live together in harmony.

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She cautioned against an "entitlement" mentality, urging Christians to recognize that their faith is not a guarantee of superiority, and emphasizing the importance of fear of God as a foundation for wisdom and constructive relationships.

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Senator Tinubu encouraged women to mentor younger generations, imparting wisdom and values that would foster a more compassionate and integrity-driven society.

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Prof. Ganiyat Adejoke Adesina-Uthman, Director at the National Open University of Nigeria, addressed the gathering on the topic of "Serving with excellence, compassion, and integrity in public life," highlighting the imperative of integrity in public office and the need to rebuild trust in institutions.

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Prof. Adesina-Uthman's remarks stressed that integrity is a non-negotiable aspect of public service, essential for fostering a culture of excellence, compassion, and accountability in governance.