
Students at Prince Abubakar Audu University addressed First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's controversial comments about akara during a Mass Communication exam, leading to an academic debate on the topic. The incident highlights the intersection of politics and education in Nigeria.
AI summary. Verify with the original source.
Listen
Unlock audio summaries, audio summaries, AI chat, Wikipedia facts, and ad-free reading.
$3.99 / month · cancel anytime
Go PremiumBackground facts
Unlock wikipedia facts, audio summaries, AI chat, Wikipedia facts, and ad-free reading.
$3.99 / month · cancel anytime
Go PremiumSimilar stories

President Bola Tinubu made a playful remark on Thursday by calling his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, ‘Iya Alakara’, which translates to the woman selling akara, a local delicacy. This comment comes in light of the controversy surrounding his wife's proposal to provide grants for women to sell akara and kulikuli, another local snack.
Ripples Nigeria·July 3, 2026 at 7:56 AM
The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre has released an AI-generated image depicting Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, frying and selling akara. This post has sparked reactions among Nigerians in the days following its publication.
Naija News·July 4, 2026 at 1:49 PM
First Lady Remi Tinubu's remarks on "akara leadership" and the use of public funds have sparked debate regarding their constitutional implications, according to Punch. The comments have raised questions about governance and accountability in the context of leadership in Nigeria.
Punch·July 5, 2026 at 1:42 AM
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's remarks on the 'akara economy' have ignited discussions regarding the potential opportunities for Nigerian youth. The comments have prompted public reactions and debates about the implications of such economic initiatives. The story also touches on related events, including a dinner night and the ongoing controversy surrounding a fake Director-General.
Punch·July 5, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Yunusa Tanko, the national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, criticized First Lady Remi Tinubu for her comments regarding university graduates selling akara and corn. In an interview on Arise Television, Tanko argued that individuals who have completed university education should not be reduced to such roles, emphasizing the importance of recognizing their qualifications and potential.
Information Nigeria·July 2, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has faced criticism for her Akara and Kulikuli Women Empowerment Programme, which is part of the Renewed Hope Initiative. The program aims to empower women at the grassroots level, but it has sparked debate regarding its effectiveness and impact on economic policy, according to ThisDay Live.
ThisDay Live·July 5, 2026 at 1:30 AM