The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has congratulated the new Nigeria president Bola Tinubu on his inauguration.
According to the apex Christian body, the inauguration is a new dawn for the country.
Tinubu was officially sworn-in as Nigeria president today, May 29, at the Eagles Square. He was declared winner of 2023 presidential election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
And in a statement signed by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN congratulated the former Lagos helmsman, wishing him well as he takes on the responsibilities of leading the nation.
Archbishop Daniel Okoh of CAN in statement, congratulated Asuwaju Bola Tinubu on his new journey to leading the nation.
The body noted that the country is facing a number of challenges that require strong and decisive leadership, ranging from security concerns to economic struggles, adding that it was clear that there is much work to be done in order to ensure that Nigeria can reach its full potential.
“We urge President Tinubu to prioritize these issues and to work tirelessly to find lasting solutions that will improve the livelihoods of the people of Nigeria,” the statement said.
“As we face our common challenges, Nigerians must come together as a people with a spirit of unity and a great sense of accommodation to form a potent force. To this end, we believe that as His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu engages the active participation of all Nigerians regardless of their political, ethnic and religious leanings, Nigeria can overcome all obstacles to emerge stronger than ever.
“Once again, we congratulate President Tinubu and wish him all the best as he begins the onerous task of leading Nigeria at this time of our national history.”