First Lady of Bangladesh
Unofficial title in politics / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
First Lady of Bangladesh (Bengali: বাংলাদেশের ফার্স্ট লেডি, romanized: Bānlādēśēra phārsṭa lēḍi) is the unofficial title given to the spouse of the president of Bangladesh. Prominent former first ladies include Bangamata Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib, former prime minister Khaleda Zia[1] and former opposition leader Rowshan Ershad.[2] The incumbent first lady is Rebecca Sultana.
Quick Facts Residence, Appointer ...
First Lady of Bangladesh | |
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Residence | Bangabhaban |
Appointer | President of Bangladesh |
Term length | Five years, renewable once |
Inaugural holder | Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib |
Formation | 26 March 1971; 53 years ago (1971-03-26) |
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The title should not be confused with the husband or wife of the prime minister of Bangladesh. Rashida Hamid was the longest serving First Lady of Bangladesh.