Nigeria @66: Another Prayer Held in Sokoto for Country’s Development, Tinubu’s Success in 2027
Nigeria @66: Another Prayer Held in Sokoto for Country’s Development, Tinubu’s Success in 2027
By Bashir Rabe Mani in Sokoto
In continuation of activities marking the 66th anniversary of Nigeria’s independence, the Sokoto State Government has held another special prayer session for the socio-economic and political development of the country, as well as peaceful coexistence among its diverse ethnic groups.
The prayer session, held at the Government House Mosque, also sought Allah’s blessings for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Ahmed Aliyu for success in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.
The special prayer session, organised by the Ministry of Special Duties, was led by sarkin malaman Sokoto, Sheikh Yahaya Na Malam Boyi, and supported by six other clerics.
The clerics prayed for Allah’s intervention in Nigeria’s major challenges, including insecurity and economic difficulties, as well as peaceful and successful general elections in 2027.
They also prayed for Allah’s continued protection, guidance and blessings for Governor Ahmed Aliyu, the State APC Leader, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, and other leaders across the country.
Speaking shortly after the prayer session, Governor Ahmed Aliyu thanked the clerics for honouring the State Government’s invitation to offer special prayers for the nation.
He urged them to continue praying for Nigeria, particularly at the end of their preaching and teachings, so that the country could attain its rightful place among the comity of nations.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Muhammad Bello Sifawa, Governor Aliyu also thanked the clerics and the people of Sokoto State for their continued prayers for his administration, urging them to sustain the momentum.
The special prayer session was attended by the Chief of Staff, Government House, Sokoto, Aminu Haliru Dikko, mni; State APC Chairman, Haruna Adiya; Head of the Civil Service, Abdulkadir Ahmed; commissioners; special advisers; senior special assistants; top government functionaries; politicians; and ulamas.
Signed
Abubakar Bawa
Director General, Media and Publicity
Government House, Sokoto
4th October, 2026
