Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged citizens to imbibe empathy and embrace responsible use of social media as key pillars for fostering unity and collective well-being, in commemoration of the 2026 International Day of Happiness.
In her message marking the global observance on March 20, the First Lady aligned her call with this year’s theme, “Caring and Sharing,” stressing that happiness transcends individual pursuit and must be nurtured as a shared societal value.
She noted that in an age defined by the pervasive influence of digital communication, Nigerians must consciously promote kindness, encouragement, and meaningful engagement across social platforms, rather than amplifying division, hostility, or despair.
“Today’s theme reminds us that happiness is not only a personal pursuit but a shared responsibility,” she said. “In a world increasingly connected by social media, we must ensure that our digital spaces promote kindness, encouragement, and positive engagement.”
Senator Tinubu challenged citizens to deploy their voices as tools for unity and inspiration, while underscoring the importance of raising a generation grounded in compassion and shared humanity.
