Tinubu ends Umrah, prays for wisdom, resilience to govern

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has finished his visit to Saudi Arabia, stating that he prayed for peace, unity and prosperity for all Nigerians. The President shared this on Monday via his verified X account, @officialABAT. He also described the trip and the experience as evidence of the long-lasting ties of faith, friendship and mutual respect between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia.

Tinubu left Abuja for Saudi Arabia on Thursday, October 29, and during his stay, he carried out Umrah at the Grand Mosque, Masjid al-Haram, in Makkah. In a recent post, Tinubu announced, "I have completed my visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where, along with members of my delegation, I had the unique privilege of entering the Holy Kaaba to pray and perform Umrah."

He expressed his gratitude to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for the "privilege and their gracious hospitality and brotherly care." The President further added, "It demonstrates the enduring bonds of faith and friendship between Nigeria and Saudi Arabia." He concluded by saying that during those sacred moments, "I prayed for peace, unity and prosperity for our dear nation and for all Nigerians."