Nigeria, Jan. 1 -- Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has extended New Year wishes to Nigerians, emphasising hope, peace, and unity for 2026.

In a statement on Wednesday, Mrs Tinubu thanked God for the past year and praised what she described as the resilience of Nigerians.

She highlighted the "enduring spirit of Nigerians: our courage, our strength, our creativity, and our unwavering belief in a better tomorrow."

"I am deeply inspired by women, men and young people across the nation who continue to work tirelessly to uplift their families, communities and our country," she said.

The First Lady urged Nigerians to choose peace, empathy, and unity, and to invest in the well-being of children, women, and vulnerable populations.

"Let ...