Tinubu Calls on Religious Leaders to Combat Violence

On [date not specified], President Bola Tinubu appealed to religious and spiritual leaders across Africa to denounce terrorism, kidnapping, banditry, and the misuse of religion to justify violence. He made this appeal in Kano while delivering a goodwill message at the Grand Maulud of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Tijani, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.

Tinubu stressed that religious leaders have a crucial role in combating violence and extremism, advocating for peace education, religious literacy, and moral formation among youth. He highlighted the need for these leaders to remind political figures of their responsibilities and to teach that no genuine service to God can be achieved through the destruction of innocent lives.

The President also referenced a UN report indicating that 117.8 million people were forcibly displaced worldwide, underscoring the necessity for spiritual leaders to intervene in addressing global challenges.