Yobe state Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON, COMN, has urged Nigerians to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, other leaders and security operatives for divine guidance and improved security across the country.
This is contained in a statement signed by DG Press and media affairs to the governor issued to newsmen.
According to the statement, Governor Buni made the call in Damaturu today when the leadership of the Sheikh Usman Dahiru Bauchi foundation, paid him a courtesy call at the Government House.
He explained that prayers come with divine guidance for leaders to deliver good governance to improve the lives of the people while, negative prayers for leaders begets poor leadership and poor service delivery.
The Governor explained that it’ therefore
becomes important for us to pray to almighty Allah to guide the President, Governors and all those in positions of leadership to succeed with improved security and for peace to reign in Nigeria.
The Governor also urged the people to pray for the security forces “here in Yobe state, we have seen the efficacy of prayers in the fight against insurgency, we should therefore continue praying for the country.
Earlier in his address, the Chairman of the foundation, Sheikh lbrahim Dahiru Bauchi, said the foundation was in the state for the Maulud anniversary of Sheikh Ahmadu Tijjani.
“We have representatives from Morocco, Algeria, other countries and states across the country who are here to pray for the nation.
“We appreciate Yobe state for supporting this programme, we will pray for Yobe and other States, our leaders and, peace in Nigeria” Sheikh Ibrahim assured.
