President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday performed Jumat prayers at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State, marking his first public appearance since attending prayers at the Alausa Central Mosque last week.

The president was warmly received by Lagos State Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, and other dignitaries, including prominent clergy members of the mosque.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, it was revealed that the Chief Imam of the Lekki Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, offered prayers for Tinubu’s success in leading Nigeria toward peace, security, and prosperity.

“We are proud of you. I remember that we encouraged people to vote for you during the campaigns. We thank God that you have not disappointed us,” Imam Jamiu said during his address.

Highlighting the president’s leadership qualities, the cleric added, “We know you are capable. We know you have the sagacity. We know you are competent. We believe and pray that you are not going to disappoint us. May Allah continue to be with you. Allah has entrusted Nigeria to you and will ask you for this trust.”

The Imam also praised Tinubu for exemplifying virtues of righteousness, fairness, and justice. He urged the president to uphold these qualities in governance, noting, “You bear one of the names of Prophet Muhammad, Ahmed, someone who does what is praiseworthy. This name has been reflected in your past actions, and we hope it will reflect in your actions now.”

President Tinubu, who arrived in Lagos on December 18 to spend the holidays after presenting the 2025 budget to the National Assembly, has used the opportunity to reconnect with religious and community leaders in the state.

The visit underscores Tinubu’s commitment to engaging with diverse groups and fostering unity across the nation.