Tinubu hails fathers as pillars of integrity and leadership on Father’s Day

Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu has said Nigeria’s strength lies in the integrity and leadership of fathers within their homes, pointing out that the home is the “first institution of leadership.”

In a Father’s Day message shared on his verified X handle, @officialABAT, on Sunday, the President paid glowing tribute to Nigerian men—both biological and symbolic—around the world. He praised their quiet sacrifices, resilience, and unwavering commitment to building the nation.

“Our country is only as strong as the men who lead with integrity within their families. To be a father is to carry the weight of responsibility with quiet strength. It is to sacrifice comfort so your children can dream, to model discipline, and to lead with love and firmness”, Tinubu stated.

The President emphasized that fatherhood goes beyond biological ties, celebrating all men who shoulder the mantle of responsibility and mentor the next generation, whether at home or in public life.

“Today, we honour our first teachers, silent defenders, and tireless nation-builders…our fathers,” the President wrote, noting that these values are fundamental not only to family life but to the broader fabric of a stable society.

As a father and grandfather himself, Tinubu reflected personally on the role, calling it “the most sacred” of titles. “The home is the first institution of leadership,” he noted, underscoring the foundational role of families in shaping the nation’s future.

The President expressed his gratitude to Nigerian fathers, both within the country and in the diaspora, saying their everyday sacrifices form the moral compass and strength of Nigeria.

“Thank you to all Nigerian fathers, biological and symbolic, home and abroad. Your everyday labours shape the character of our country and the future of our children,” he said.