Ahead of his 73rd birthday on Saturday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will join fellow Muslims at the National Mosque in Abuja on Friday for a special prayer session for the nation.
He will also use the occasion to thank God for preserving and supporting him in the onerous task of piloting the nation’s affairs.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, made this known on Thursday in a press statement.
President Tinubu’s birthday coincides with the holy month of Ramadan and comes two months before his administration’s second anniversary.
Onanuga said on the significant day, the president would dedicate himself to spiritual reflection and supplication for Nigeria’s continued peace, progress, and prosperity.
“Choosing a prayer session reflects President Tinubu’s dedication to Nigeria’s spiritual and moral well-being and his commitment to seeking divine guidance, insight, and strength in leadership. He believes collective prayer is a powerful tool for guiding the nation towards progress and harmony,” Onanuga said.
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He said the president invited the public to join the prayer session in spirit by offering prayers at their places of worship or wherever they might be, reinforcing a nationwide commitment to unity and shared destiny.
Tinubu was said to have expressed profound gratitude to Nigerians for their unwavering support and goodwill as his administration worked tirelessly to advance economic reforms, strengthen national security, and expand opportunities for all citizens.
He quoted the president as saying: “I am deeply thankful to Allah for the gift of life and the privilege to serve this great nation. As I mark another birthday and look forward to our second anniversary, my heart is filled with Renewed Hope for Nigeria. I urge all citizens to pray for divine guidance, unity, and healing for our land. Together, we shall overcome challenges and build a nation where every citizen thrives.”
The president reaffirms his commitment to consolidating democratic gains, fostering economic recovery, and promoting national cohesion.
He encouraged citizens to remain steadfast in believing in Nigeria’s destiny as a beacon of hope in Africa.
