President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peaceful coexistence, and mutual understanding, irrespective of their ethnic, religious, and cultural differences. He made the appeal on Sunday in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, while hosting members of his delegation to a dinner. The President prayed for Almighty Allah to transform Nigeria's diversity into a source of prosperity, unity, peace, and sustainable development.
During the dinner, President Tinubu sought divine guidance for the country's leaders and protection for Nigerians at home and abroad. He called for stronger bonds of brotherhood, patriotism, and compassion, expressing confidence in Nigerians' collective ability to overcome national challenges. The President noted that Nigeria's abundant human and natural resources, alongside its diverse talents and enterprise, provided a strong foundation for inclusive growth.
Kwara Governor and Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF) Chairman, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, commended President Tinubu's commitment to national development. He pledged the governors' continued prayers for the President and Nigeria, seeking divine guidance and strength for the administration. Governor AbdulRazaq stated that only Allah can reward President Tinubu and that they will continue to pray for him daily.
Chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu, said the gathering provided an opportunity to pray for Nigeria's peace, unity, and prosperity. He pledged continued support for the administration, describing President Tinubu as passionate about the country's progress. Mr. Rabiu noted that the President is working very hard, and they will continue to support him in whatever capacity they can.
The dinner was attended by several notable individuals, including Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, and Jigawa State Governor, Mohammed Namadi. Others included Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Also present were Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, Oando CEO, Wale Tinubu, and presidential political adviser, Ibrahim Masari.
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), prayed for divine strength for President Tinubu. He sought Allah's guidance to enable the President to deliver justice and good governance to all Nigerians. The gathering provided a platform for attendees to pray for Nigeria's progress and express their support for President Tinubu's administration.
The dinner in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, was a significant event that brought together key stakeholders to pray for Nigeria's unity, prosperity, and progress. President Tinubu's call for unity and peaceful coexistence resonated with the attendees, who pledged their continued support for the administration. The event demonstrated the importance of faith and collective prayer in Nigeria's development.
Key points
- President Tinubu prays for Nigeria's unity, prosperity, and divine guidance in Makkah.
