Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerians to continually pray for the peace and prosperity of the nation as Christians and Muslims begin the Lenten and Ramadan fasting seasons.
In separate messages issued on Tuesday to mark the commencement of Lent and Ramadan on Wednesday, the First Lady called on adherents of both faiths to use the solemn periods for spiritual reflection and intercession for Nigeria.
In her Lenten message, Mrs Tinubu prayed that the season would be a time of spiritual growth, self-examination and renewed commitment to God.
“As we begin this Lenten period, I pray this time of spiritual growth, self-reflection, and drawing closer to God is committed to following Christ’s example of love.
“May our prayers and acts of compassion and kindness deepen our faith and reflect on our relationships with others.
“I urge us to remember to pray for the peace and prosperity of our dear nation Nigeria. I wish us all a blessed and fulfilled Lenten season,” she stated.
In her Ramadan message, the First Lady congratulated Muslim faithful on the commencement of the holy month, praying for divine blessings upon families and the nation.
“I pray this Holy month brings you, your family and the nation as a whole peace, joy, and spiritual fulfilment.
“During this holy month of fasting and prayers, I urge us all to remember our beloved nation in prayers for greater peace and prosperity.
“May Almighty Allah accept all our supplications, forgive all our sins and answer all our prayers. Ramadan Kareem,” she said.
Mrs Tinubu emphasised the importance of unity, faith and collective prayers in strengthening national harmony and fostering sustainable development.
