The Oluremi @65 Education Fund, established to support the construction of the National Library, has raised a total of ₦25.52 billion, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has said.
The First Lady said in a statement she personally issued, saying the donation account would be officially closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, bringing the fundraising phase to an end.
She expressed appreciation to Nigerians, family members, friends and well-wishers for their generous contributions to the fund, which was created in commemoration of her 65th birthday on September 21, 2025.
She said the overwhelming response to the initiative reflects a shared national commitment to education, the preservation of knowledge and long-term national development.
The statement reads: “I extend my appreciation to all Nigerians, family, friends, and well-wishers who generously supported the Oluremi @65 Education Fund, created in commemoration of my 65th birthday on 21st September 2025, towards building the National Library.
“Your support affirms our shared commitment to education, preservation of knowledge and national development. I am deeply encouraged by the goodwill and unity this initiative has inspired.
“Kindly note that the donation account for the Oluremi @65 Education Fund will be shut down today, Wednesday, 31st December, 2025. The project is under the supervision of the Honorable Minister of Education, and any further support may be channelled through the Ministry.
“As at today, a total of N25, 520,708,074.35 ( Twenty Five Billion, Five Hundred and Twenty Million Seven Hundred and Eight Thousand, Seventy Four Naira Thirty Five kobo)has been donated to the Oluremi @ 65 Education Fund.
“I thank everyone who has contributed to this worthy cause. I wish you and your families a peaceful and prosperous 2026.”
