International Poverty Day: Remi Tinubu Says Vulnerable Families Need Jobs, Education, Healthcare
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for sustained efforts to expand access to education, healthcare, skills acquisition and decent livelihoods as Nigeria joins the world to mark the 2026 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
Tinubu, in a message on Saturday, said this year’s observance highlighted the need to create a society where everyone could live with dignity and access opportunities to improve their lives.
“The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2026, with the theme ‘United for Peace and Human Rights,’ reminds us of our collective responsibility to build a society where every person can live with dignity and hope, access meaningful opportunities, and thrive to realise their full potential,” she said.
The First Lady stressed that poverty reduction efforts must pay particular attention to vulnerable households by improving their access to essential services and economic opportunities.
“We must continue expanding access to education, healthcare, skills, decent livelihoods, and economic opportunities, especially for vulnerable families,” she said.
She noted that helping individuals and families escape poverty requires more than expressions of concern, stressing the importance of practical interventions and cooperation among stakeholders.
“Through compassion, effective interventions, and sustained collaboration, we can create pathways out of poverty and towards shared prosperity,” Tinubu added.
The annual observance takes place on October 17 to raise awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and address the challenges faced by people living in difficult conditions.
According to the United Nations, the theme for the 2026–2028 period is “United for Peace and Human Rights”, while this year’s specific focus is “Safe Homes for All”.
Tinubu wished Nigerians a happy International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.
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