Reactions have flooded the internet, including Twitter or X, over a programme billing First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu to lead a national prayer session in response to the myriad challenges facing Nigeria.
The event, organised in collaboration with both Christian and Muslim leaders, aims to seek divine intervention in the nation’s ongoing crises.
Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the National Prayer Forum (NPF), announced the initiative during a briefing in Abuja, themed “Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.”
He emphasised the importance of collective action in overcoming the country’s multifaceted challenges, highlighting that unity is crucial for finding lasting solutions.
“By the end of this prayer session, we believe that with God’s wisdom, our leaders and citizens will find the strength to confront our common enemies,” Afolorunikan stated, expressing hope that Nigeria would enter 2025 with renewed purpose and stability.
The prayer sessions will take place at significant venues: Muslims will gather at the National Mosque in Abuja for seven days, during which 313 individuals will recite the Qur’an, culminating in the recitation of the Holy text 2,191 times for national stability.
Meanwhile, Christians will meet at the National Ecumenical Centre for a week of intense prayer, with prayer warriors from various denominations focusing their efforts on the nation’s adversities.
Afolorunikan noted that extensive outreach had been conducted, including meetings with leaders from the National Mosque, the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), and traditional leaders such as the Sultan of Sokoto.
Labour Party’s Lagos State Governorship Candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour
Israel is at war deploying an iron dome not the lion of Judah, Saudi and UAE are creating new economic realities for their people.
And there is Nigeria, seeking national prayers – not because they believe in it but because they want to hoodwink the people.
What Nigeria needs is a change of leadership – from those who pursue their narrow interests, to those who are competent, have character, compassion and an ambitious vision for their people.
Reuben Abati @abati1990
Nigerians Blast First Lady, Remi Tinubu, Over Prayer Against Hardship
SHEHU GAZALI SADIQ @shehusky
Guess what? A lot of people will attend that Remi Tinubu and Nuhu Ribadu prayer for Nigeria economy. People who love peanuts. People who have been brainwashed that prayer is the answer to all issues of life. Zombies.
Chima Echefule @Chimacoeche
What a joke: First Lady Remi Tinubu and NSA Nuhu Ribadu to lead national prayer for Nigeria’s economic turnaround.
Now you know the connection between the Church, mosque and the government. You can see why 80% of RCCG pastors are politicians including Remi.
That prayer will Kee them all!
Mr. Positive @Sir_Jayprime
Remi Tinubu, organizing a national prayer for the current economic situation is the most Fuulish and Dvmbest thing to do; your husband is busy stealing billions and making life difficult; you are calling for prayers to be answered by Which God? God will judge all of youPost
ÓMÒÉLÉRÍNJÁRÉ @omoelerinjare
Tinubu- 5 billion Yatch
Shettima- 15 billion residence
Remi Tinubu- 1.6 billion
Gbabiamilla- 10.1 billion residence
Akpabio and National Assembly- 160 million, 200 million prayer 🛐.
200 million Nigerians- continue to pray, your reward is in heaven.
Nuel @Guttano
Tinubu destroyed the economy and drove a lot of families into extreme poverty. Remi is asking you to 🙏 pray!
Prayer is the key, Prayer is the master Key!
SiiMEONY @siimeony
Remi Tinubu and NSA Ribadu are planning to turn around the failed economy caused by Tinubu anti peoples policies with prayers!!! Peter Obi said this just less than 24 hrs ago and deluded people came for his head!!! Omo! Nigeria is gone 😂
