Tinubu’s Daugher Rallies Clerics to Pray for Nigeria, Lagos

Raheem Akingbolu

Muslim clerics drawn from all the South-West states on Tuesday assembled at the LTV Blue Roof Arena, Ikeja, to pray for Nigeria, Lagos State and President Tinubu to commemorate 2026 Hijra celebration in memory of the late mother of the President, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji.

The event which was organised by the daughter of the President, the Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Mrs. Folasade Tinubu-Ojo was attended by dignitaries, scholars, and market women from various states. The speaker of Jigawa State House of Assembly is Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu Dangyatin and the wife of Lagos State Deputy Governor, Alhaja Lateefat Oluremi Hamsat, were special guests of honour.

The clerics, who took turn to pray for Nigeria, Lagos and the first family, charged all Nigerians, regardless of their religious beliefs, to see payer for their dear nation as a collective responsibility that should be given special priority.

A Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Abuja, who also doubles as Chief Imam of Ansar-Ud-Deen, Abuja chapter, Prof. Musa Olaofe, described President Tinubu as a man of foresight who believes in Nigeria.

“Nigeria is a great country, and we are currently under a leader who is committed to making a positive impact despite our numerous challenges. Yes, it has always been like this, but with prayer, I know we will overcome our challenges. Let all of us go back home and continue with prayer as well as fulfiling our civic responsibilities so that we can all achieve the Nigeria of our dream.”

Another set of clerics also commended and prayed for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, for providing purposeful leadership for Lagos. While praying for smooth transition in Lagos, they described the governor and his deputy, as cool headed leader who governed with humility and wisdom.

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Tinubu-Ojo said the programme was organised in memory of her grandmother, who believed so much in humanity and prayer as a solution to all challenges. Mrs. Ojo described Alhaja Mogaji as one visionary woman-leader who lived for all.

“My grandmother and predecessor, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, lived a life worthy of emulation. She was progressive-minded and wanted the best for all. Every year, we come together to celebrate all that the late Iyaloja lived for because her life was full of legacy and service to humanity.

“For a blessed country like Nigeria, today’s prayer is also important as President Tinubu and his team are striving every day to give our dear country the best. The Muslim leaders have prayed for the country, for the President, for Lagos State and for market men and women and I know God hears prayers. May the years ahead bring forth the best for us, a nation and individuals.” She said.