President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to working harder for Nigerians as he marked his 73rd birthday on Friday. The President joined fellow Muslims at the National Mosque in Abuja for a special prayer session dedicated to the nation.

Speaking with journalists after observing the Juma’at prayers, Tinubu expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for his protection and blessings.

“I feel good, I feel happy, and we give thanks to Almighty Allah for protecting us and answering our prayers. Accepting our ibadah is key and very important to all of us,” he said.

Prayers for Nigeria’s Peace and Stability

The President noted that he used the occasion to pray for Nigeria’s stability, peace, and the safety of all citizens.

“The word for all of this is hard work—you work harder, you pray harder. That is the inspiration I got from today’s prayers,” he added.

Dignitaries in Attendance

Tinubu arrived at the National Mosque at 1:44 PM, where he was received by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Deputy Senate President Sulaiman Barau, and Senator Soliu Mustapha.

Other dignitaries in attendance included:

• Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation
• Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security
• Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President
• Leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC)
• Prominent Nigerian Muslim leaders

The prayer session was led by Abdulkadir Sholagberu, the Chief Imam, and featured supplications for national progress and prosperity.