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Lagos Speaker Obasa Leads Prayers for Tinubu at 74
Tinubu 74th birthday prayer led by Obasa in Lagos draws leaders and clerics to seek unity, peace, and support for national progress
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, on Saturday led a large interfaith gathering in honour of President Bola Tinubu ahead of his 74th birthday.
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The prayer session, held at Police College Ground Ikeja, drew political leaders, stakeholders, clerics and supporters of the All Progressives Congress from across Lagos State and beyond.
Although the president’s birthday falls on March 29, the event was organised in advance by the The Mandate Movement, with organisers describing it as a moment of reflection and spiritual support for the nation’s leadership.
Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa said the Tinubu 74th birthday prayer was aimed not only at celebrating the president’s life but also at seeking divine guidance for Nigeria’s peace, unity and development.
“This special occasion is not just a celebration of a leader, but a moment of collective reflection and supplication for Nigeria’s progress,” Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa said.
He described Bola Tinubu as a pragmatic and visionary leader, highlighting key policies under the administration, including subsidy removal and the Nigeria Education Loan Fund, which he said has expanded access to higher education for young Nigerians.
The speaker also referenced major infrastructure initiatives such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, describing it as a transformative project with the potential to boost economic growth and tourism.
Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa further commended the efforts of the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, noting that her Renewed Hope initiatives have supported women, improved food access and expanded digital learning opportunities.
In his remarks, former Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode praised Bola Tinubu’s leadership, calling for sustained support to ensure the success of ongoing reforms.
“President Tinubu’s commitment to Nigeria’s progress is commendable, and it is our collective duty to support him,” Akinwunmi Ambode said.
The event featured prayers led by both Christian and Islamic clerics, who offered supplications for the president’s health, wisdom and continued leadership, as well as for national stability and prosperity.
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Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa said the large turnout reflected widespread support for Bola Tinubu, urging Nigerians to remain committed to the administration’s Renewed Hope agenda as the country approaches future political milestones.
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All roads lead to the Ijakadi Hall of the prestigious Radisson Blu Hotel on Isaac John Street, GRA Ikeja on Wednesday, 15 July, 2026, as TheGazelleNews holds its annual public lecture.
The theme for this year’s event is: Driving Grassroots Governance with Public-Private Partnership: The Gains, The Pains, The Prospects.
The Deputy Governor of Lagos State and All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate for the state, Dr Kadir Obafemi Hamzat will be Chairman at the occasion while the Senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District and former Deputy Governor of the state, Dr Idiat Oluranti Adebule will be the Special Guest of Honour.
The Keynote Speaker will be the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Chief Sunday Dare.
The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, RT Honourable Mojisola Lasbat Meranda; former Deputy Chief of Staff to ex-Osun Governor and Chief Operating Officer of TSAT/Thuraya Nigeria, Dr Abdullahi Adeyanju Binuyo; the Special Adviser to Governor Sanwo-Olu on Sustainable Development Goals, Dr Oreoluwa Finnih; the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Abdul Ganiyu Vinod Obasa; and his counterpart from Abeokuta North Local Governent, Dr Lanre Oyegbola-Sodipo will discuss the main lecture by Chief Dare.
Former President of Nigerian Guild of Editors, Mrs Funke Egbemode will moderate the event.
Award highlights of the event are:
Presentation of Industry Icon Award to popular media practitioner, broadcaster and public analyst, Babajide Kolade-Otitoju for the Media Industry; and veteran actor, Antar Laniyan for the Movie Industry.
Three prominent politicians: Senator Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon, Asiwaju Olorunfumi Basorun and Chief Jide Ojuko will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for their immense contributions to governance, democracy and growth of the country.
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs and former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire will be the Mother of the Day, while the Agbaoye of Ibadanland, Chief Kola Karim will be the Father of the Day.
Another highlight of the event is the special medical presentation to be provided by Biomedical Pharmaceutical Limited.
The Chairperson of the Organising Committee of the event, Mrs Adetutu Audu-Adebisi stated that TheGazelleNews Annual Public Lecture has provided avenue for policy makers interact and find ways of moving the country forward on various burning national issues.
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