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US President Donald Trump formally acknowledged Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi “Remi” Tinubu, during the US National Prayer Breakfast held in Washington, DC, on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The event, which brings together leaders, diplomats, religious figures, and public personalities from around the world, provided a platform for highlighting international relations, spiritual leadership, and diplomatic engagement. In a video shared during the event, President Trump stated: “We are honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria (Remi Tinubu), who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at the largest church in Nigeria, a very respected woman. It’s a great honour. Thank you very much.” The recognition underscores both her political stature as Nigeria’s First Lady and her role as a prominent religious leader in Africa. Oluremi Tinubu, often referred to as Remi Tinubu, has consistently demonstrated a dual commitment to public service and spiritual leadership. Her involvement...

 Image source: Screenshot obtained from Donald Trump’s verified X account United States President Donald Trump has generated widespread reactions after sharing an image on his social media platform portraying himself as the “Acting President of Venezuela.” The post, designed to resemble an online profile page, listed Trump as Venezuela’s acting leader alongside his role as President of the United States. The post followed recent developments surrounding Venezuela’s leadership crisis, which has drawn significant international attention. However, there has been no official confirmation or legal declaration recognizing President Trump as Venezuela’s acting head of state under Venezuelan law or international diplomatic frameworks. Political observers and social media users have since debated the intent and implications of the post, with many describing it as symbolic or provocative rather than a formal political announcement. Meanwhile, Venezuelan authorities have continued to address ...