- The gathering formed part of a nationwide initiative known as the National Prayer for Peace
- Sheikh Adam said prayers were deliberately offered for President Tinubu and Governor Namadi
- He cautioned Muslims against making negative remarks about leaders
Hundreds of Islamic scholars under the banner of the Association of Nigerian Imams on Wednesday gathered at the Dutse Emir’s Palace Juma’at Mosque in Garu, Jigawa State, where they offered special prayers seeking divine guidance for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Umar Namadi and other leaders across the country.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the clerics recited the complete Holy Qur’an and offered over a thousand prayers, asking for wisdom, strength and success for Nigeria’s leaders as they confront mounting socio-economic and security challenges, with an emphasis on peace, unity, and sustainable development.
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The prayer session was led by the National Chairman of the Association, Sheikh Muhammad Adam, and drew the presence of top government and traditional figures, including the Jigawa State Secretary to the Government, Malam Bala Ibrahim; the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Mohammed Hamim Nuhu; the Chairman of Dutse Local Government Council, Dr Sibo Abdullahi; as well as national and state executives of the association.
Addressing journalists after the prayers, Sheikh Adam explained that the gathering formed part of a nationwide initiative known as National Prayer for Peace, Unity and Divine Guidance, aimed at seeking Allah’s intervention in Nigeria’s affairs at a critical moment in the nation’s history.
He noted that the country is at a crossroads where purposeful leadership, collective responsibility, and divine direction are essential to overcoming insecurity, economic strain, and social tensions.
According to him, Nigeria remains richly endowed with resources and resilient citizens, adding that unity, humility, and sincere prayers can pave the way for peace, justice, and prosperity.\
Sheikh Adam said prayers were deliberately offered for President Tinubu and Governor Namadi, stressing that strong leadership at both federal and state levels plays a decisive role in improving security and advancing social development.
He further disclosed that the prayer programme, which commenced in Kano State on January 15, 2026, is being observed across the nineteen northern states, with the participation of Islamic scholars, traditional rulers, and civil society stakeholders. Jigawa State, he said, hosted the session on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
The association also appealed to Nigerians of all faiths to continually pray for national healing, unity, and lasting peace, particularly in communities affected by conflict and insecurity.
Speaking at the event, the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Mohammed Hamim Nuhu, urged Islamic scholars to intensify sermons promoting peace and unity, describing them as the foundation of meaningful development.
He cautioned Muslims against making negative remarks about leaders, reminding them that such conduct is forbidden, and encouraged citizens to remain prayerful and constructive in their engagement with leadership.
The monarch commended the organisers and clerics for dedicating their time and efforts to prayers for the nation, describing the initiative as timely and necessary.
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