Nigerian President Praises Muslim World League's Social Peace Initiative
Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu met with Secretary-General of the Muslim World League, Dr. Muhammad Al-Issa, in Abuja.
- Tinubu praised the MWL's initiative for social peace in West Africa and expressed full support for the "Abuja Declaration."
- Al-Issa thanked the Nigerian president for sponsoring the MWL conference, which gathered diverse religious leaders from West Africa.
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has lauded the Muslim World League's (MWL) initiative for fostering social peace in West Africa. During a meeting with MWL Secretary-General Dr. Muhammad Al-Issa at the Presidential Palace in Abuja, Tinubu affirmed his government's full support for the "Abuja Declaration," which outlines a plan of action and executive programs for joint cooperation.
The President's endorsement signifies a commitment to strengthening interfaith dialogue and promoting stability within the region. The "Abuja Declaration" aims to build bridges between different communities and address the root causes of conflict and division.
We fully support the 'Abuja Declaration,' and the action plan and executive programs it includes, as well as the coordination body for joint cooperation.
Dr. Al-Issa expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for sponsoring the MWL conference held in Abuja. The event brought together prominent religious leaders from across West Africa, representing a diverse range of faiths and denominations. This gathering underscored the shared commitment to peace and mutual understanding in the region.
Thank you for sponsoring the conference of the League's initiative in the capital, 'Abuja,' which was attended by religious leaders of all denominations in West Africa.
Originally published by Okaz in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.