…assures Northern Christians of fairness, inclusivity
President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, reiterated his commitment to uniting Nigeria while assuring Christian communities in Northern Nigeria of his administration’s dedication to fairness and inclusivity across all faiths.
Tinubu gave the assurance during a meeting with Christian leaders at the headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations in Jos, Plateau State.
“I have a mission to unite this country and ensure its prosperity, and we are making progress,” he said.
While paying tribute to the late Nana Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, mother of the All Progressives Congress National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who died at the age of 83, the President recalled his own family’s religious diversity as proof of his respect for all faiths.
He stated that he never forced his wife to convert to Islam.
The President noted that he was born a Muslim and married a pastor, the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu.
“Hate is not an option for us,” Tinubu said, recounting how he inherited Islam from his parents but never attempted to convert his wife, who prays for him without conflict.
“I believe in the freedom of religion; we are praying to the same God,” he added.
He further urged Nigerians to prioritise love for one another over religious differences.
Tinubu’s remarks come at a time when religious tension and violence have become major issues in the country.
The President also reaffirmed his administration’s determination to end insecurity and revive the nation’s economy.
