With profound reverence to God Almighty, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu greets Christian and Muslim faithful as Lent and Ramadan begin on the same day—a rare coincidence that underscores our shared humanity and common devotion under one God. He notes that this simultaneous observance offers a unique opportunity for Nigerians of both faiths to unite in reflection, sacrifice, and prayer.
According to a statement personally signed by President Tinubu, “For Christians, the Lenten season is a time for fasting, abstinence, and penitence, following Jesus Christ’s example in the wilderness before His crucifixion, which brought salvation to mankind”.
For Muslims, Ramadan is a hallowed season that reflects total submission to God Almighty and His command of sacrifice, devotion, service, and communal love and giving. It marks one of the five pillars of Islam. Beyond the obligatory fasting, Ramadan calls for deep spiritual reflection in obedience to Islam’s injunctions.
As a nation and as a people, I urge us, as we embark on these important observances, to ensure good neighbourliness, promote peace, unity, and stability, and pray for the progress and security of our nation.
Let us live by the good precepts of our faiths and be honourable in our duty to God and fellow humans.
I pray that the lessons, blessings, and joys of these sacred seasons abide with us always.
