Christmas: Tinubu Pledges Protection For All Faiths, Seeks Harmony

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to protecting Nigerians of all faiths and promoting peaceful coexistence across the country.

In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message, the President said Christmas was a period for reflection on the birth of Jesus Christ and his message of peace, hope and goodwill to humanity.

“As your President, 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,” Tinubu said.

He extended Christmas greetings to Christians in Nigeria and around the world, thanking God for the opportunity to serve as President and praying for peace in the country, particularly among people of different religious beliefs.

Tinubu said Nigerians of all backgrounds had the right to live, worship and pursue their aspirations in safety and dignity, stressing that no one should be made to suffer for professing and practising his faith.

“No one, regardless of ethnicity or belief, should be made to suffer for professing and practising his faith,” he said.

The President acknowledged the contributions of Christians to Nigeria’s progress, noting that the love of Christ and the message of the Gospel had inspired many to care for the vulnerable and less privileged in society.

He commended Christians who, following the example of Jesus, work to promote peace, harmony and tolerance in their communities, adding that the Christmas season was a reminder that, despite challenges, God remained with the people.

Tinubu reiterated his administration’s commitment to safeguarding the security, unity and stability of the nation, describing the commitment as steadfast under God and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

He also said he had engaged leaders of the two major faiths in the country during the year, particularly amid concerns about religious intolerance and insecurity, adding that the engagements would be strengthened to promote peaceful coexistence.

As Nigerians travel during the holiday period, the President urged citizens to exercise patience and maintain discipline on the roads, wishing travellers safe journeys and safe returns.

“With confidence in divine providence and our collective strength, we will continue the work of building a greater Nigeria—one that future generations will be proud of,” Tinubu assured.