By Newscount
President Bola Tinubu has extended his warmest congratulations to Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Bishop of Rome and leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Tinubu affirmed the strong relationship between Nigeria and the Holy See, highlighting the rewarding partnership in peacebuilding, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and technology promotion.
The President believes Pope Leo XIV’s election opens a new chapter in the Catholic Church’s history, emphasizing the values of love, humanity, and charity, particularly towards the underprivileged. Tinubu prayed for God’s guidance, good health, and wisdom for the new Pope, enabling him to spread the message of peace and love globally.
Tinubu rejoiced with the leadership and congregants of the Catholic Church in Nigeria, noting the new Pope’s message of faith and hope resonates globally, reassuring a more peaceful world. The President emphasized the importance of the Catholic Church’s role in promoting peace, education, and healthcare in Nigeria.
