President Bola Tinubu, during a meeting in Rome with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, stressed the need for Nigerians to embrace their diversity as a path to stability and progress. He called for leaders to better the lives of citizens and marked the occasion of the Pope’s inauguration as historically significant for Nigeria. Archbishop Ugorji appreciated Tinubu’s support, signaling a stronger relationship between the Church and the government.
In a recent address in Rome, President Bola Tinubu emphasized the importance of leveraging Nigeria’s diverse cultures as a means to enhance stability and foster rapid development. Speaking to members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, Tinubu implored all national leaders to prioritize the welfare of the populace. He stated, “If we use our diversity not for adversity but for prosperity, the country’s hope is stability and progress,” highlighting his vision for a united Nigeria.
This meeting coincided with a significant historic event: the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, marking a unique moment as Tinubu leads Nigeria during this era. The bishops’ conference was part of Tinubu’s official delegation to the Pope’s installation mass. Archbishop Lucius Ugorji, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, expressed gratitude to Tinubu for facilitating their visit to Rome to honor the late Pope Francis while welcoming the new Pope.
Archbishop Ugorji noted that exposure to global religious leadership would significantly enhance collaboration between the President and the Church in Nigeria. “You are always there for us. Now that you have come to the Vatican, whenever we have our conference in Nigeria, we will also invite you,” he affirmed, indicating a desire for ongoing cooperation.
Prominent members of the clergy, including Archbishops Ignatius Kaigama, Alfred Martins, and Mathew Hassan Kukah, were present during this unprecedented gathering. Their attendance underscores a commitment to strengthen the ties between the Church and the government, all framed within the aspirations for Nigeria’s diverse population to unite for the common good.
President Tinubu’s recent remarks in Rome underline his vision for Nigeria, focusing on harnessing the country’s diversity to promote stability and progress. Highlighting the historical context of his presidency during the inauguration of a new Pope, Tinubu called for cooperation across all leadership levels. Coupled with the engagement of the Catholic Bishops, this signals an era of enhanced partnership between the government and religious institutions, central to Nigeria’s unity and development.
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