President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to religious freedom and national unity as Christians celebrate Christmas 2025, urging peace, tolerance, and responsible travel
Christmas 2025: Tinubu Pledges Protection of All Faiths, Urges Peace and Unity
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to religious freedom, national unity, and the protection of all Nigerians, irrespective of faith, as Christians across the country celebrated Christmas 2025.
In his Christmas goodwill message issued on Wednesday, the president said the season presents an opportunity for deep reflection on the birth of Jesus Christ and His enduring message of peace, hope, love, and goodwill, values he described as essential to Nigeria’s stability and coexistence.
According to Tinubu, Christmas transcends festivities, serving as a powerful reminder of Christ’s role as the Prince of Peace, especially in a nation marked by religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
“I remain committed to doing everything within my power to enshrine religious freedom in Nigeria and to protect all people of different faiths from violence,” the president declared.
“No one, regardless of ethnicity or belief, should be made to suffer for professing and practising their faith.”
He stressed that love for God and humanity remains a shared foundation of all major religions, urging Nigerians to draw strength from these common values.
“The love for God and love for humanity is at the heart of all the great faiths. These shared values must continue to bind us together as one indivisible and resilient people of our blessed country,” Tinubu said.
The president also acknowledged the contributions of Christians to Nigeria’s development, noting that the message of the Gospel has inspired countless individuals to serve the vulnerable, promote tolerance, and foster harmony within their communities.
“We honour those who, following the example of Jesus, work tirelessly to uplift the less fortunate and promote harmony in society,” he added.
Tinubu reiterated that since assuming office in 2023, his administration has remained steadfast in safeguarding Nigeria’s security, unity, and stability, assuring citizens that this resolve remains firm under God and the Constitution.
He further disclosed that he engaged leaders of major religious bodies throughout the year amid concerns over insecurity and religious intolerance, pledging to deepen collaboration between the government and faith-based institutions to prevent conflict and promote peaceful coexistence.
“Dialogue and mutual understanding are key to fostering peace in our diverse nation,” the president emphasised.
As Nigerians travel during the festive season to reunite with loved ones, Tinubu urged citizens to exercise patience and discipline on the roads, wishing travellers safe journeys and safe returns.
He expressed optimism that with divine guidance and collective resolve, Nigeria would continue on the path of progress, while wishing all Nigerians a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year in advance. Read More
