President Bola Tinubu has asked Nigerians to forgive him for any wrong he may have committed against them.
He made the appeal on Wednesday, February 18, during the opening of this year’s Tafsir at the State House mosque in Abuja.
Tinubu noted that the Muslim holy month of Ramadan is taking place alongside the Christian season of Lent, describing the overlap as a reflection of shared spiritual values.
“Ramadan coincides with Lent, reminding us of our common commitment to sacrifice, discipline, prayer, and self-denial,” he said.
He emphasised that the essence of Ramadan is rooted in doing good, showing love, strengthening faith, and offering forgiveness.
“As we begin this Ramadan with all its teachings, the main principle is to do good to others, to share love and faith, and to forgive. If I have sinned against anyone, I ask Nigerians to forgive me,” the president said.
Tinubu added that fasting should not be limited to abstaining from food and drink but should also reflect compassion, forgiveness, righteous conduct, and love for humanity.
He further called on Nigerians of all faiths to pray for peace and to support ongoing efforts to tackle terrorism, banditry, and other security challenges facing the country.
