President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has prayed to Almighty Allah to transform Nigeria’s rich diversity into a source of prosperity, unity, peace and sustainable development for all Nigerians.
President Tinubu offered the prayer on Sunday in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, while hosting members of his delegation to dinner during his visit for Umrah, according to a State House press release signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
The President expressed hope that Nigeria’s ethnic, religious and cultural diversity would continue to serve as a source of strength and national advancement rather than division, urging citizens to embrace mutual understanding, peaceful coexistence and shared commitment to progress.
“May Almighty Allah bless Nigeria, convert our diversity into prosperity as a country,” the President said.
President Tinubu also prayed for enduring peace, harmony and prosperity for the nation, and for wisdom, courage and foresight for its leaders to steer the country toward greater development and improved living conditions. He prayed for divine guidance and protection for Nigerians at home and abroad and for stronger bonds of brotherhood, patriotism and service.
He noted that Nigeria’s abundant human and natural resources, coupled with the talents and enterprise of its diverse population, provide a strong foundation for building a prosperous and inclusive nation.
The dinner provided an opportunity for fellowship and reflection on shared aspirations for a peaceful, united and prosperous country. The President urged Nigerians of all faiths and backgrounds to work together in the national interest, expressing confidence that with faith, unity of purpose and collective determination, Nigeria would overcome its challenges.
Speaking after the dinner, Chairman of BUA Group, Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu, said it was the third dinner with the President since the delegation arrived in Makkah and that discussions centred on continued prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity and prosperity.
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, Jigawa State Governor Mohammed Namadi, Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum were among the governors present.
Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, said the Forum was overwhelmed by the President’s passion and commitment to a united and prosperous nation, praying that Allah would strengthen him with wisdom, boldness and courage.
Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, also prayed for Allah to strengthen the President in delivering governance and justice to all Nigerians irrespective of religion or ethnicity.
Others at the dinner included Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Mohammed Ali Pate, National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, CEO of Oando Plc Mr. Wale Tinubu, Special Adviser to the President on Political Matters Ibrahim Kabiru Masari, and Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila.
