Official Visit of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, to the Philippines

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Manila received Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, during her official visit to the Republic of the Philippines for the 39th Stop TB Partnership Board Meeting, held in Manila from 28 to 30 October 2025.

The First Lady was warmly received at Ninoy Aquino International Airport by Mr. Adeshina Edward Oloje, Chargé d’Affaires and Acting Head of Mission, along with Embassy officials, the Defence Adviser, leaders of the Nigerian community and Philippine government representatives.

A welcome reception followed at The Westin Manila Hotel, where members of the Nigerian community, including NIDOPHIL and NANS, gathered in a show of unity and pride.

During the Presidential Segment of the Stop TB meeting, the First Lady joined global leaders, including the Philippine Secretary of Health, Dr. Teodoro Herbosa, and the Executive Director of the Stop TB Partnership, Dr. Lucica Ditiu. She reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to ending tuberculosis and highlighted the Renewed Hope Initiative as a platform to strengthen healthcare, empower women and youth, and promote global health collaboration.

The First Lady also attended the High-Level Cultural Dinner at EDSA Shangri-La, fostering goodwill, cultural exchange and closer ties between Nigeria and the Philippines.