*Ridhwan Jamiu, Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, speaks of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s capability and competence to lead Nigeria towards towards peace, security, and prosperity, as the President joined other Muslim faithful to observe the Jumat prayer Friday, in Lagos State

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Friday, December 27, 2024, observed the Jumat prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque, in Lagos State, alongside the other Muslim faithful in the state.

The Presidency disclosed the event was the President Tinubu’s first public outing since he attended prayer sessions at the Alausa Central Mosque last Friday.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, who stated this Friday, said in his sermon, Ridhwan Jamiu, Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, urged people to be grateful to Allah during times of fortune and patient during adversity.

Onanuga noted Imam Jamiu, reminded the faithful that unwavering hope and faith are essential to believers, even in challenging circumstances.

Acknowledging Tinubu’s presence on the occasion, the Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque offered prayers for the Nigerian leader’s success in leading the country towards peace, security, and prosperity.

The Imam assured the President of the steadfast prayers and support of the Muslim Ummah as he governs the nation.

The statement further noted Imam Jamiu said:

“We are proud of you. I remember that we encouraged people to vote for you during the campaigns.

“We thank God that you have not disappointed us.

“We know you are capable. We know you have the sagacity. We know you are competent.”

The cleric noted: “We believe and pray that you are not going to disappoint us. May Allah continue to be with you.

“Allah has entrusted Nigeria to you and will ask you for this trust.

“Remember accountability and responsibility to the people. Responsibility is to the people, and accountability is to Allah when you return to Him.”

Jamiu stated: “Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said, ‘The most beloved of all people to Allah is the righteous and just leader.’

“We have seen righteousness in you and fairness and justice in you. Please keep it up and sustain it.”

The Imam equally averred: “You bear one of the names of Prophet Muhammad, Ahmed, someone who does what is praiseworthy.

“This name has been reflected in your past actions, and we hope it will reflect in your actions now.”

The Presidential aide recalled, Tinubu, who is spending the festive season in Lagos State, had arrived in the Nigeria commercial capital December 18, after presenting the 2025 Budget to the joint session of the National Assembly (NASS), in Abuja, FCT.

Onanuga as well noted President Tinubu, in honour of victims of the unfortunate stampedes in Oyo, Anambra States, and Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, which claimed lives, had cancelled his public engagements, including a scheduled boat regatta last weekend, in Lagos.

On December 23, the President hosted the maiden Presidential Media Chat at his Oyinkan Abayomi Drive Residence in Ikoyi.

“As part of the Christmas and holiday festivities, he also received private visitors daily,” the statement added.

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