Nigeria TV Info — Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to National Unity, Assures Northern Christians of Religious Fairness

Jos, Plateau State — President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s determination to unite Nigerians and ensure fairness among all religious groups, promising equal treatment for all citizens regardless of faith.

Speaking on Saturday during a meeting with Christian leaders at the Headquarters of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Jos, Plateau State, President Tinubu emphasized that his mission is to bring Nigerians together and build a prosperous nation.

“I have a mission to unite this country, ensure its prosperity, and we are making progress,” the President declared.

While paying tribute to the late Nana Lydia Yilwatda, mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, who passed away at 83, Tinubu reflected on his family’s interfaith harmony. “In our family, we have a strong Muslim background, and I married a Christian, a pastor for that matter, and I have never forced her to change her religion,” he said.

The President called on Christian leaders to have faith in his administration, stressing that both religious and political leaders share the responsibility of promoting peace and managing religious differences for the benefit of all Nigerians.

On national security, President Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to end terrorism, banditry, and farmers-herders conflicts. “We are defeating bandits, and we will defeat them. We will deal with them and combat the farmers-herders clashes,” he assured.

The President also highlighted his government’s ongoing economic reforms, noting that measures are being implemented to strengthen the economy and improve the welfare of citizens.