- the country will remain united, peaceful, and protected as it prepares for the Christmas season
- Nigeria will never bow to intimidation or lose its dignity among nations.
- She reminded citizens that the nation’s destiny ultimately rests in God’s hands and urged them to remain steadfast in prayers
Nigeria’s unity and resilience took centre stage on Sunday as the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, reaffirmed the country’s strength during a thanksgiving service in Abuja.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the First Lady’s message was delivered at the investiture ceremony of Most Rev. Sunday Onuoha as Archbishop on Special Duties, where she was represented by Bishop Stephen Adegbite of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC).
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She reminded citizens that the nation’s destiny ultimately rests in God’s hands and urged them to remain steadfast in prayers for Nigeria, its leaders, and the Church. She stressed that while external assistance is appreciated, Nigeria will never bow to intimidation or lose its dignity among nations.
According to her, the country will remain united, peaceful, and protected as it prepares for the Christmas season.
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, aligned with her message, noting that Nigeria can partner with international allies to strengthen national security without compromising sovereignty. H
e emphasised the importance of including stakeholders in efforts to rebuild the nation and highlighted the Church’s central role in promoting unity and hope.
Kalu commended Archbishop Onuoha for his long-standing commitment to peacebuilding and his ability to bridge gaps between faith leaders and government institutions, describing him as a vital voice in national conversations.
In his remarks, Archbishop Onuoha said Nigeria’s challenges, especially insecurity, demand collective support from within and outside the country.
He warned that denying the severity of the situation only worsens it and urged Nigerians to embrace cooperation rather than blame.
He stressed that every life lost is a tragedy beyond religion or ethnicity and pledged to work with the Church and national stakeholders to advance peace, stability, and unity.
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