At Holy Ka’abah, Tinubu Seeks Divine Intervention for Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has performed the lesser Hajj (Umrah) in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for sustainable peace, national unity, security and prosperity in Nigeria.
The President undertook the spiritual exercise early Friday at the Grand Mosque, Masjid al-Haram, where he circumambulated the Holy Ka’abah in worship and thanksgiving to Almighty Allah for His blessings upon Nigeria and its citizens.
Speaking with journalists shortly after completing the religious rites, Tinubu described the Umrah as significant, linking the spiritual exercise to his commitment to Nigeria, its people and the responsibilities of leadership.
“I believe this Umrah is very significant for the love of our people, commitment to the job and our country, Nigeria; commitment to the will of Allah that His words must prevail, and that there’s no other God but Him and He’s the only one that makes a human being what he can be and what he would be in life,” he said.
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The President disclosed that he prayed for Nigeria and its citizens, seeking divine intervention for lasting peace, harmony, happiness and national stability.
He also called for divine guidance for the country’s leaders, stronger bonds of brotherhood among Nigerians and an end to insecurity and other challenges confronting the nation.
“I am grateful to Allah for being able to perform this Umrah. We have just prayed for our nation, for everyone to live in peace and harmony, happiness and faith in God Almighty,” Tinubu said.
He expressed optimism about Nigeria’s continued progress towards economic prosperity and social development, as well as the attainment of a more secure future for its citizens.
The President also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a peaceful, united and prosperous country where Nigerians, irrespective of religious affiliation or background, can live in safety, dignity and harmony.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
By PRNigeria
