President Bola Ahmed Tinubu performed Umrah in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, early Friday, October 30, 2026, offering prayers for lasting peace, unity and stability in Nigeria, the Presidency has said.
According to a statement signed by the his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President circled the Holy Ka’abah at Masjid al-Haram in worship and thanksgiving, seeking Allah’s continued guidance and protection for the country.
Speaking with journalists after the spiritual exercise, Tinubu described the pilgrimage as an expression of his faith, love for Nigerians and commitment to serving the nation, the press statement said.
The President was also said to have prayed for wisdom for Nigeria’s leaders, stronger bonds of brotherhood among citizens and lasting relief from insecurity and other challenges facing the country.
"I am grateful to Allah for being able to perform this Umrah. We have just prayed for our nation, for everyone to live in peace and harmony, happiness and faith in God Almighty," the President said.
The statement adds that the president expressed hope that Nigeria would continue to make progress toward economic prosperity, social development, and a more secure future for all its citizens.
President Tinubu, maintains, reaffirmed his administration's commitment to building a peaceful, united, and prosperous nation where every Nigerian, regardless of faith or background, can live in safety, dignity, and harmony.
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