Monday, September 15, 2025 - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on faith leaders in Nigeria to continue preaching messages of peace and to actively discourage extremism, hatred, and divisive tendencies among the faithful.
He said this would engender genuine reconciliation and
national cohesion, particularly in communities torn apart by conflict.
The President made the appeal on Sunday in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa
Ibom State, at the opening ceremony of the Second Plenary Meeting of the
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, CBCN.
Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the
Federation, Senator George Akume, President Tinubu said faith-based
organisations remained a vital bridge for peace, unity, and moral renewal in
the country.
President Tinubu assured the gathering that his
administration was committed to addressing the causes of insecurity and social
unrest, including poverty, unemployment, and inequality.
He also commended the Catholic Church for its investments in
education, health, and social welfare, often in remote and underserved
communities, and pledged his willingness to partner with the Church in that
direction.
He said, “I encourage you to continue speaking truth to
power not only to government but to all sectors of society – while also
offering constructive solutions that will help us collectively build a nation
where integrity, hard work and compassion are the hallmarks of public and
private life.
“Let me re-assure you all that the Federal Government
remains open to deepening collaboration with the Catholic Church and other
faith-based organisations in key sectors such as education, healthcare, social
welfare and skills development. Together, we can tackle poverty, reduce
inequality and build stronger communities.”
The President explained that his administration has already
taken bold and decisive steps to stabilise the economy in the face of daunting
challenges inherited over the years.
He said measures such as the removal of fuel subsidies,
efforts to unify the exchange rate, and initiatives aimed at curbing leakages
in public finances were designed to restore confidence in the system and create
a more sustainable economic foundation.
The President further emphasised that beyond stabilisation,
his government is working assiduously to attract both local and foreign
investments by creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.
He highlighted ongoing reforms in key sectors such as
agriculture, energy, and infrastructure, which are expected to stimulate job
creation, boost productivity, and expand opportunities for young people.
Tinubu assured that while the results may not be immediate,
these reforms are carefully structured to deliver enduring benefits that will
uplift the lives of citizens and secure a brighter economic future for the
nation.
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