by Nurat Uthman
The First Lady Remi Tinubu has refuted claims that she is organising a national prayer over the country’s economic challenges.
Claims were making the rounds on several platforms that the First Lady in conjunction with others was planning a prayer session for the country.
But Busola Kukoyi, the spokesperson to the First Lady, has described the claims as not only misleading but also unfounded.
“This is to clarify and inform the general public that the First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON is not organizing a National Prayer,” she said in a Saturday statement.
“The news making rounds in some conventional and social media platforms is unfounded and misleading. Consequently, anyone who might have come across the purported news of the joint National Prayer for Nigeria should disregard it as false.”
Warning people to verify the authenticity of news about her principal, Busola, however, said the First Lady understands the importance of praying for the country.
“Whilst the First Lady, a Christian and strong advocate of prayer and praying for Nigeria believes that prayer is an act that must be done willingly, conscientiously and correctly. She also believes that praying for Nigeria is the responsibility of every Nigerian, irrespective of religious belief, political affiliation, tribe or tongue,” the media aide added.
“Members of the public are advised to verify the authenticity of any news or event involving the First Lady of Nigeria or her Office through Official channels. Kindly be advised accordingly.”
