At Ka’aba, Tinubu Recalls Pre-Election Prayers, Says Nigeria Will Prosper

President Bola Tinubu has said he prayed for wisdom and resilience to lead Nigeria before the 2023 presidential election, recalling that he returned to the Holy Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, to express gratitude to Almighty Allah. Speaking with journalists on Monday after observing prayers at the Ka’aba, the President thanked God for the opportunity and good health to undertake the spiritual exercise. He said his prayers included a request for Nigeria’s religious and cultural diversity to become a source of national prosperity. Tinubu also expressed gratitude for being entrusted with the responsibility of leading the country, describing political power as a privilege from God that must be exercised responsibly. Recalling his previous visit before the 2023 election, he said he had prayed for a successful Umrah and promised to return in thanksgiving. The President added that his commitment to Nigeria remained strong and that he was determined to pursue development in line with the aspirations of Nigerians.

Tinubu urged Nigerians to put God first, follow their consciences and remain committed to the right path towards national development. On the economy, he maintained that the country was emerging from its difficulties, describing the foundation laid by his administration as solid and expressing confidence that its reforms were yielding results. He also stressed the importance of investing in young people, saying the country must prepare future generations for the opportunities and responsibilities ahead. The President thanked the Saudi authorities for granting him access to the Ka’aba, describing the experience as historic, and expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome its challenges through faith and collective commitment. He reiterated his determination to work towards national prosperity, with the support of Nigerians.

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