Oluremi Tinubu to Inaugurate ARISE Elderly Citizens Centre in A’Ibom

By Abah Margaret

Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, is set to inaugurate the ARISE Elderly Citizens Centre in Akwa Ibom State on Saturday, March 7, 2026.

The facility, also known as the ARISE Senior Citizens Centre, is a purpose-built geriatric centre initiated by Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, to provide comprehensive healthcare, recreation and social support services for elderly residents.

Governor Eno made this known during the March edition of the Government House Monthly Covenant Service, noting that the commissioning of the centre will form a major highlight of the First Lady’s maiden official visit to the state.

According to a statement from the Government House Press Unit, the centre is located along the Uyo–Ikot Ekpene Road on the ARISE Medical Corridor. The visit will also feature the grand finale of the ongoing women’s sensitisation and mobilisation tour in the state.

Speaking on the project, Eno explained that the facility is specifically designed for senior citizens aged 65 years and above.

“The First Lady of our nation, Senator Remi Bola Tinubu, will be here on Saturday, March 7, 2026, to inaugurate the Geriatric Centre, otherwise known as the ARISE Elderly Citizens Centre. This facility, with a health centre and relaxation spots, will serve senior citizens, specifically those above 65 years,” he said.

The centre is expected to operate as a daytime wellness hub, offering personalised healthcare services, lounges, recreational activities, games and counselling support tailored to the needs of elderly citizens.

Governor Eno also appreciated women across the state for their participation in the sensitisation and economic empowerment programme and conveyed the First Lady’s goodwill to them.

On infrastructure development, the governor disclosed that the state would receive two new Airbus aircraft within the year. He added that several projects were ongoing at the Victor Attah International Airport ahead of the commencement of international flight operations scheduled for April.

He further announced the commencement of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system in the state and directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to ensure full compliance, warning that any breach would not be tolerated.

The governor urged residents to continue praying for the success of his administration, as well as for Senate President Godswill Akpabio and President Bola Tinubu.

Earlier in his sermon titled “El-Shaddai,” drawn from 2 Corinthians 9:8, the Pastor-in-Charge of Region 14 of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Umar Idris Enoch, encouraged believers to trust in God in times of uncertainty, assuring them that divine purpose would ultimately prevail.