President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians and the Methodist Church in Nigeria to continue praying for their communities, the nation, and its leaders.
Tinubu stated that their prayers were a source of strength and wisdom.
On Sunday, the president spoke during the 40th anniversary celebration church service of the Abuja archdiocese of the Methodist church, which was held at the Methodist Cathedral of Unity in Wuse Zone 5.
Represented by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, the President said: “I urge you, to remain steadfast in your commitment to prayer—not just for your communities but for our beloved Nigeria and its leaders. Your prayers are a source of strength and guidance as we navigate the complexities of governance”.
The president also urged the church to maintain its service, outreach, and compassion mission, as well as to collaborate with the government in accordance with the principles of the Renewed Hope Agenda, to help establish a Nigeria that meets the collective aspirations of its citizens.
According to President Tinubu, the challenges confronting Nigeria today require a united front saying: “Today, I call upon you to continue your service, outreach, and compassion mission. The challenges we face as a nation require a united front. Your church can be a platform for social transformation, where individuals come together to enact change, promote peace, and uplift the people.
“By working hand in hand with the government and embracing the tenets of the Renewed Hope Agenda, we can create a Nigeria that reflects our collective aspirations.”
President Tinubu spoke on the church’s efforts throughout its one hundred and eighty-two years in Nigeria, stating that the church has played an important role in fostering peace and togetherness through themes of love, reconciliation, and understanding.
According to a statement issued by the Director Press, Office of the FCT Minister, Anothony Ogunleye, President Tinubu: “The Church has been instrumental in promoting peace and unity in our nation, and your messages promoting love, reconciliation, and understanding through the years have fostered dialogue among diverse communities, encouraging us to embrace our differences and work towards a common good”.