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First Lady raises N20bn for ‘abandoned’ national library project
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Peoples Daily Newspaper
The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, says the National Library fund has raised about N20.4 billion since its launch on Sept. 18, ahead of her 65th birthday.
Speaking to State House correspondents at the Presidential Villa, she described the library project as deeply personal, reflecting her lifelong passion for education and learning.
“I have played my part in this project, and believe Nigerians can raise the funds needed to complete the library.
NAN reports that the National Library project was first proposed in 1981 and construction began in 2006 after a contract award worth N8.59 billion, with a two-year completion target.
The Nigerian Library Association also renewed its call for urgent completion, citing the project’s importance to national education, research, and cultural preservation.(NAN)
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