The Yobe State governor, Hon. (Dr) Mai Mala Buni, has called on Nigerians to intensify prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, other leaders, and security operatives for divine guidance and improved security across the country.

A statement issued by the director general press affairs and media to the governor, Alh. Mamman Mohammed said Buni made the appeal in Damaturu when the leadership of the Sheikh Usman Dahiru Bauchi Foundation paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House.

The governor emphasised that prayers are crucial for leaders to succeed in delivering good governance and improving the lives of the people. According to him, negative prayers often translate into poor leadership and weak service delivery.

"It is important for us to pray to Almighty Allah to guide the president, governors, and all those in positions of leadership to succeed with improved security and for peace to reign in Nigeria," the governor said.

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Buni also urged citizens to continue praying for security agencies, noting that Yobe had witnessed the power of prayers in the fight against insurgency.

"We should not relent in praying for the President, all leaders, and the security forces for us to succeed," he added.

Earlier, chairman of the foundation, Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Bauchi has while speaking explained that the foundation was in Yobe for the Maulud anniversary of Sheikh Ahmadu Tijjani.

He disclosed that scholars and faithful from Morocco, Algeria, other countries, and across Nigeria were in the state for the programme, which also focuses on prayers for the nation.

"We have representatives from Morocco, Algeria, other countries and states across the country who are here to pray for the nation.

"We appreciate Yobe State for supporting this programme. We will continue to pray for Yobe, other states, our leaders, and peace in Nigeria," Sheikh Ibrahim assured.