Democracy Day: Shettima urges prayers for peace, says Tinubu committed to restoring security in Nigeria

Vice President, Kashim Shettima has enjoined Nigerians to fervently pray for peace and stability in Nigeria, assuring them that President, remains committed to restoring peace and security across the country.

He also assured Nigerians of the government’s efforts to secure the safe return of children and citizens currently in the hands of bandits and terrorists, while acknowledging the sacrifices of past heroes who have safeguarded the democracy Nigerians enjoy today.

Senator Shettima made the call in Abuja on Friday, shortly after a special Jumma’a prayer held at the National Mosque to mark this year’s Democracy Day celebrations.

“I want to assure Nigerians of President Bola Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to restoring peace and stability in the nation.

“No matter how long the night is, it must give way to the light of dawn. Stormy as the weather may be, it will not rain forever. The government remains irrevocably committed to restoring peace and stability in the nation,” he assured.

The Vice President urged Nigerians to pray for the nation and for one another, emphasising that the bonds that unite the country outweigh the differences that divide it.