Group Chief Executive Officer of Oando PLC, Wale Tinubu, has said that the Umrah offers a unique opportunity for the federal government delegation to pray for Nigeria's peace, stability, and development. Mr Tinubu joined President Bola Tinubu in Makkah to perform the lesser Hajj. He described the pilgrimage as an opportunity to demonstrate humility, gratitude, brotherhood, and commitment to service.
Mr Tinubu told journalists that spiritual devotion and hard work must go hand in hand in building a prosperous nation. He expressed optimism that Nigerians would begin to experience the full benefits of the economic reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration. The Oando boss commended the reforms, saying they were creating opportunities in the oil and gas sector.
The economic reforms should promote inclusive development, improve lives, and expand economic opportunities, Mr Tinubu said. He had earlier joined the president on Friday to perform Umrah alongside top government officials, state governors, and business leaders, including the chairman of BUA Group, Abdulsamad Rabiu. The president had prayed to God for protection, the restoration of sustainable peace, and national unity in Nigeria.
Mr Tinubu said that in Makkah, the distinctions they carry fall away, leaving humility, gratitude, brotherhood, and a spirit of service. He is honoured to join President Bola Tinubu in performing the lesser Hajj. May Allah accept their Ibadah and grant their nation peace, progress, and prosperity, he said.
The pilgrimage provides an opportunity for the president to offer undistracted prayers for Nigeria. President Bola Tinubu performed the Umrah with a group of top government officials and business leaders. The president and his team prayed for Nigeria's peace, stability, and development.
Wale Tinubu's comments come as the country is experiencing significant economic reforms. The reforms aim to promote inclusive development and improve lives. The government hopes that the reforms will have a positive impact on the economy and the lives of Nigerians.
The Umrah is a significant event for Muslims worldwide, and President Bola Tinubu's participation is seen as a demonstration of his commitment to his faith. The president's prayer for Nigeria's peace, stability, and development reflects the hopes and aspirations of many Nigerians.
Key points
- Wale Tinubu says Umrah offers unique opportunity for President Bola Tinubu to pray for Nigeria's peace, stability, and development.
- The pilgrimage provides an opportunity for the president to offer undistracted prayers for Nigeria.
- The economic reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration aim to promote inclusive development and improve lives.
