Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubus wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu are set to lead a national prayer session to address the many challenges facing Nigeria, including economic hardship.
The prayer event, initiated by the National Prayer Forum (NPF) in partnership with religious leaders from both Christian and Muslim communities, is aimed at seeking divine guidance for the nation’s recovery.
Announcing the initiative in Abuja, Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the NPF, highlighted the need for unity and collective action to tackle Nigeria’s pressing issues. He announced the initiative during a briefing in Abuja, themed “Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.”
He stressed the importance of collective action in overcoming the country’s multifaceted challenges, highlighting that unity is crucial for finding lasting solutions.
“By the end of this prayer session, we believe that with God’s wisdom, our leaders and citizens will find the strength to confront our common enemies,” Afolorunikan stated, expressing hope that Nigeria would enter 2025 with renewed purpose and stability.
The prayer sessions are scheduled to take place at two prominent religious centers. Muslim worshippers will convene at the National Mosque in Abuja, where 313 participants will recite the Qur’an over seven days, culminating in 2,191 recitations dedicated to national stability. Simultaneously, Christian prayer groups will gather at the National Ecumenical Centre for a week of intercessory prayers focused on addressing Nigeria’s adversities.
Outreach efforts for the event have included meetings with the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), traditional leaders, and representatives from the National Mosque. The collaboration underscores the collective appeal for divine intervention as the country seeks solutions to its socio-economic problems.
In a related development, Nigerians have engaged in debate following remarks by Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, who recently commented that night vigils could be better used for productive activities, suggesting that excessive time spent in church could be redirected to support economic growth.
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