President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to continue prioritising peaceful coexistence, equity and justice, and be compassionate towards one another.

Tinubu said living peacefully with one another and ensuring justice are hallmarks of a great nation.

The President stated this on Friday while declaring open the 11th Triennial National Conference and 101 anniversary of the Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria held in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

He reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to running an inclusive government devoted to reviving the economy and uplifting the downtrodden.

Tinubu, who was represented by the Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr Noimot Salako-Oyedele, explained that his administration had remained committed to building a more inclusive, secure and prosperous Nigeria.

“We are focused on reviving the economy, uplifting the poor and restoring confidence in public institutions,” he said.

The President, however, noted that achieving all the lofty goals couldn’t be achieved without the support and partnerships of credible, value-driven organisations like Ansar-ud-Deen Society of Nigeria and the support of all well-meaning individuals across the country.

Tinubu hailed the Muslim society for championing the cause of Islamic education and community development, the establishment of schools and health centres, while also supporting the spiritual and social needs of its members for over a century.

Speaking earlier, the National President of the society, Dr Abdulrafiu Sanni, said the conference served as a platform to reflect on the society’s achievements, assess the challenges, and strategise for the future.

He explained that in the spirit of collaboration, the society was always ready to partner with governmental bodies, traditional institutions, and religious organisations in addressing pressing issues of youth empowerment, social justice, and economic development, among other challenges facing the country.



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