Akpabio Hails Tinubu Government as Most Christian-Friendly in a Decade.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the most Christian-friendly government in the last 10 years, saying the current leadership has demonstrated fairness, inclusiveness and respect for religious diversity.
Akpabio made the remark in Jos, Plateau State, during a political gathering attended by party leaders and supporters, where he praised what he described as the Tinubu administration’s balanced approach to governance and religious relations.
According to him, the government has shown, through its actions and policies, that Christians are adequately accommodated and protected within the Nigerian state.
He stated that under President Tinubu, Christians and Muslims are treated equally, with no section of the country or faith marginalized in appointments or government decisions.
The Senate President pointed to the involvement of Christians in key positions, sustained engagement with church leaders, and federal support for faith-based institutions as indicators of what he called a Christian-friendly government.
Akpabio also emphasized that the National Assembly remains fully committed to supporting President Tinubu’s policies, particularly in the areas of security, economic reforms and national cohesion. He urged Nigerians to focus on unity and peaceful coexistence, noting that religious harmony remains critical to national stability.
The comment has since generated reactions across political and religious circles, coming against the backdrop of ongoing debates about religious balance in governance and ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Supporters of the administration see the statement as an affirmation of inclusivity, while critics argue that religious friendliness should be measured by concrete outcomes rather than political declarations.
President Tinubu’s government has repeatedly maintained that it is committed to protecting freedom of religion and ensuring that all Nigerians, regardless of faith, have a sense of belonging in the country.
