President Bola Tinubu has prayed for Nigeria’s peace, unity and prosperity while performing the lesser Hajj, known as Umrah, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
The President expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the opportunity to undertake the religious exercise, describing the pilgrimage as a moment for spiritual reflection and prayers for the country.
During the exercise, Tinubu sought divine intervention for Nigeria, asking Allah to protect citizens, strengthen national unity and grant the country lasting peace.
In a prayer shared during the pilgrimage, the President also asked for blessings on the collective efforts of Nigerians towards building a prosperous nation.
He further prayed for wisdom and strength for those entrusted with leadership responsibilities, while seeking divine acceptance of his worship and supplications.
Tinubu departed Abuja for Makkah on Thursday, October 29, 2026, to perform Umrah.
The Presidency had earlier explained that the visit would provide the President with an opportunity for spiritual reflection and prayers for Nigeria’s peace, unity, stability and national progress.
The pilgrimage comes as the country continues to face security and economic challenges, with the administration maintaining that its policies are aimed at strengthening national stability and improving living conditions.
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