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Former First Lady Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria (MOTHER OF THE DAY)
H.E. Dame Patience Goodluck Jonathan Ph.D
Dame Patience Faka Jonathan is a Nigerian educator, former civil servant, and the First Lady of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015, during the presidency of her husband, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.
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Dame Patience Faka Jonathan is a Nigerian educator, former civil servant, and the First Lady of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015, during the presidency of her husband, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan. She previously served as the Second Lady from 2007 to 2010 and was a Permanent Secretary in Bayelsa State. With a background in biology and education from the University of Port Harcourt, Patience began her career as a teacher before venturing briefly into banking and later rejoining the public sector.
Her tenure as First Lady was marked by vibrant public appearances and passionate involvement in women’s empowerment, education, and health advocacy. Renowned for her philanthropic work, Dame Patience Jonathan founded the A-Aruere Reachout Foundation, focusing on improving the lives of women, youth, and children with heart-related conditions. Her humanitarian efforts earned her international recognition, including awards in the United States for her commitment.