2027: Christians, Muslims, traditionalists unite in prayer for Tinubu, Hamzat

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: Nigeria

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2027: Christians, Muslims, traditionalists unite in prayer for Tinubu, Hamzat

Christians, Muslims, and traditional worshippers gathered in Lagos to pray for the peaceful conduct of the 2027 general elections. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, urged residents to shun violence. The event, held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, aimed to mobilize support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and the election of Hamzat as Lagos governor.

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