Bola Tinubu prays in Mecca for peace in Nigeria
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on P.M. News
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu performed the lesser Muslim pilgrimage in Mecca and said he had prayed for peace, unity and stability in Nigeria. He also sought guidance for the country's leaders, according to P.M. News.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu prayed for peace, national unity and an end to insecurity in Nigeria during an umrah, the lesser Muslim pilgrimage, performed on Friday 30 October at the Grand Mosque in Mecca. He also asked for divine guidance for the country's leaders, according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, the president's special adviser on information and strategy.
Tinubu said he had prayed for Nigerians to live in peace, harmony and happiness. He also expressed hope that the country would continue its economic and social progress and offer its people a safer future.
The trip to Mecca had been announced after the president arrived in Riyadh for the umrah, the lesser Muslim pilgrimage. The announcement of his arrival was published on 28 October.
