Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has urged Nigerians, especially religious leaders, to pray to God to grant peace across the land and guide those entrusted with leadership with wisdom and fairness to ensure that the collective actions of the citizens reflect justice, unity and the common good.
He made the appeal during the State House 2026 Lailatul Qadr Prayer held at Lagos House Mosque, Ikeja, on Monday evening, themed “God-conscious living beyond Ramadan: A possibility or an illusion”.
The event was attended by First Lady, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu; wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat; Head of Service, Mr. Olabode Agoro; Commissioner for Home Affairs, Mr. Olanrewaju Layode; Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile; Body of Permanent Secretaries; top government officials; League of Chief Imams; religious leaders; Muslim faithful; and journalists, among others.
Speaking at the event, Governor Sanwo-Olu, who was represented by Agoro, said the smallest act of sincere prayer can carry the weight of a lifetime and that Allah’s mercy descends upon those who turn to Him in humility and devotion.
He said: “Laylat al-Qadr is a night described in the Quran as better than a thousand months, a night that invites reflection, forgiveness, and renewal. For the faithful, this is a time to seek Allah’s guidance, to purify our hearts, and to renew our commitment to justice, compassion, and service to humanity.
“On this auspicious night, I want us to remember our State, our nation, and the countless souls around the world who look to Allah for peace, mercy, and guidance. When we offer our prayers”
