FIRST Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, have concluded arrangements to hold a national prayer session involving Christian and Muslim religious leaders, to seek divine intervention for Nigeria’s social, economic, and security issues, under the theme ‘Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.’
According to Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director-General of the National Prayer Forum (NPF), the event will take place over a week, with Muslims congregating at the National Mosque, where 313 participants will recite the Qur’an, totalling 2,191 recitations dedicated to national peace.
Christians will equally gather at the National Ecumenical Centre, with prayer warriors from various denominations focusing on Nigeria’s ongoing adversities.
Speaking further, Chief Afolorunikan said as part of the preparations, NPF leaders have engaged with the National Mosque, the Christian Association of Nigeria, and key traditional figures, including the Sultan of Sokoto, to ensure broad participation and support.
Organisers hope the prayer sessions will inspire a renewed sense of purpose and stability as Nigeria moves towards 2025.
“Unity is crucial for finding lasting solutions. By the end of this prayer session, we believe that with God’s wisdom, our leaders and citizens will find the strength to confront our common enemies.
“The prayer sessions will take place at significant venues: Muslims will gather at the National Mosque in Abuja for seven days, during which 313 individuals will recite the Qur’an, culminating in the recitation of the Holy text 2,191 times for national stability.
“Christians will meet at the National Ecumenical Centre for a week of intense prayer, with prayer warriors from various denominations focusing their efforts on the nation’s adversities.
“Extensive outreach had been conducted, including meetings with leaders from the National Mosque, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and traditional leaders such as the Sultan of Sokoto”, Chief Afolorunikan stated.
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