29 October 2023, Nigeria, Abuja: Bola Tinubu, President of Nigeria, attends a press conference at State House. Scholz is on his third major trip to Africa in the almost two years since he was sworn in. With Nigeria, he is now visiting the continent's most populous and economically powerful country. Photo: Michael Kappeler/dpa (Photo by Michael Kappeler/picture alliance via Getty Images)

President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with Islam adherents across the country on this year’s commemoration of the Maulud Nabiy, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.

The President, in a statement by his special adviser on Information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga urged Muslims to use the period for deep reflection and remembrance of the Holy Prophet’s exemplary conduct and noble teachings.

“As we mark the Maulud, we should all reflect on the life lived by Prophet Muhammad, exemplified by purity, selflessness, perseverance, kindness and compassion. We must endeavour to imbibe those virtues,” he said.

President Tinubu also urged the Muslim faithful to dedicate the Maulud holiday to pray for the country and show empathy and compassion toward one another.