Lagos Imam passes verdict on Tinubu at Jumat Prayer

President Bola Tinubu participated within the Jumat prayer on the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos on Friday afternoon, becoming a member of different Muslim devoted in worship.

It marked the President’s first public look since he attended prayers on the Alausa Central Mosque the earlier Friday.

Throughout his sermon, the Chief Imam of Lagos Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, urged the congregation to specific gratitude to Allah throughout instances of fortune and stay affected person throughout adversity.

He reminded worshippers that steadfast hope and religion are important virtues for believers, even within the face of challenges.

Acknowledging the President’s presence, Imam Jamiu provided prayers for his success in steering Nigeria in direction of peace, safety, and prosperity.

He reassured the President of the continued prayers and unwavering help of the Muslim neighborhood as he leads the nation.

“We’re happy with you. I recall encouraging folks to vote for you in the course of the campaigns, and we thank God that you haven’t dissatisfied us.

“We all know you possess the potential, sagacity, and competence. We consider and pray that you’ll not disappoint us. Could Allah proceed to information you. Allah has entrusted Nigeria to your care and can maintain you accountable for this belief.

“All the time bear in mind your duty to the folks and your accountability to Allah once you return to Him.

“Prophet Muhammad (SAW) stated, ‘Probably the most beloved of all folks to Allah is the righteous and simply chief.’

“We now have noticed righteousness, equity, and justice in your management. Please proceed to uphold these qualities.

“You bear one of many names of Prophet Muhammad, Ahmed, which suggests one who acts praiseworthily. This title has mirrored in your previous actions, and we belief it should proceed to replicate in your management now,” Imam Jamiu stated.

President Tinubu, who spent the festive season in Lagos State, had arrived within the business capital on 18 December after presenting the 2025 funds to the Nationwide Meeting.

In gentle of the tragic stampedes in Oyo and Anambra states, in addition to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), which claimed lives, the President cancelled his public engagements in Lagos final Saturday, together with a deliberate boat regatta.

On 23 December, President Tinubu hosted the inaugural Presidential Media Chat at his residence on Oyinkan Abayomi Drive in Ikoyi. All through the Christmas and vacation interval, he additionally acquired non-public guests day by day.