Oluremi Tinubu Hails 14 Million Birth Registrations in Two Years

OlurAbuja — Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has commended the achievement of 14 million birth registrations recorded within two years, describing the milestone as a major advancement for child protection and national development.

In a statement highlighting the significance of the figure, the First Lady said the progress reflects growing awareness of the importance of legal identity and access to essential services for Nigerian children. She noted that birth registration remains a fundamental right and a critical requirement for effective planning in healthcare, education, and social welfare.

Oluremi Tinubu emphasized that ensuring every child is officially recognized strengthens their protection under the law and reduces vulnerabilities such as statelessness, exploitation, and exclusion from public services. She praised the collaborative efforts of relevant government agencies and development partners involved in expanding registration coverage across the country.

The First Lady further urged stakeholders to sustain the momentum, stressing that millions of children, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach communities, still remain unregistered. She called for continued advocacy, improved infrastructure, and community engagement to achieve universal birth registration.

Observers say the development signals progress in Nigeria’s civil registration system, widely regarded as essential for governance, policy formulation, and safeguarding citizens’ rights. The milestone also aligns with broader national and international commitments to strengthen legal identity frameworks.

Birth registration provides individuals with official documentation of age, nationality, and parentage, serving as a gateway to numerous rights and protections throughout life.