President Bola Tinubu calls on state governors across Nigeria to prioritise the poor, empower underprivileged citizens, and expand development to grassroots communities, as he hosts Muslim and Christian leaders for an interfaith fast-breaking event at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the President makes the appeal during a gathering that brings together governors and religious leaders amid the simultaneous observance of Ramadan and Lent, describing the rare convergence as a symbol of unity, sacrifice, discipline, and shared humanity.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President emphasises that both fasting periods provide leaders with an opportunity for reflection, compassion, and renewed commitment to policies that directly improve the lives of ordinary Nigerians.
Mediaplusng.com reports that President Tinubu says Ramadan and Lent represent values of humility, resilience, love for neighbours, and service to humanity. He notes that the season calls for tolerance, unity, and inclusive governance that transcends religion and ethnicity.
Addressing the governors, the President urges them to deepen efforts aimed at poverty reduction and youth empowerment. He stresses the need to create economic opportunities for young Nigerians, support women who shoulder family responsibilities, and ensure that development programmes reach local governments and rural communities.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the President reiterates his administration’s commitment to establishing state police as part of broader security reforms, stating that improved security is essential for economic growth, agricultural productivity, and business expansion.
President Tinubu declares that security forms the foundation of prosperity, noting that farms cannot flourish, businesses cannot grow, and families cannot live in peace without stability. He assures governors that reforms promised to Nigerians will not be delayed.
He also calls for bold reforms and collaborative governance, urging political leaders to move beyond divisions and work collectively to rescue the country from economic and security challenges. According to him, Nigeria is emerging from a difficult economic phase, with signs of recovery becoming visible.
During the event, the President acknowledges several governors, including Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, commending initiatives that promote religious tolerance and inclusive welfare programmes during the fasting season.
President Tinubu highlights the importance of compassion-driven governance, stating that development must not recognise religion, tribe, or social status. He says government policies must reach the young man who feels forgotten and the woman who struggles daily to support her family.
Representing the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma commends the President for fostering national unity at a time of religious and ethnic tensions. He describes the convergence of Ramadan and Lent as a divine reminder for Nigerians to prioritise peace and cooperation.
Uzodimma notes that collaboration between the federal and state governments is strengthening governance outcomes and promoting national cohesion. He urges continued support for programmes that uplift the less privileged, particularly during the sacred fasting period.
As the interfaith engagement concludes, President Tinubu reaffirms his determination to deliver hope, expand economic opportunities, and strengthen security architecture nationwide. He calls on governors to align their policies with inclusive growth strategies, stressing that the best future for Nigeria depends on unity, compassion, and sustained commitment to grassroots development.
