Abuja, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu publicly expressed deep sorrow following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025.
Through an official statement on the Ministry of Information’s X (Twitter) account, he joined millions worldwide in honoring the late pontiff’s extraordinary legacy.
The President praised Pope Francis as a devoted spiritual leader who championed the poor and oppressed throughout his 12-year papacy.
His teachings emphasized mercy, urging society to see humanity in refugees, migrants, and the disadvantaged.
These principles inspired global leaders, including Tinubu, to pursue more inclusive governance.
Additionally, President Tinubu highlighted the Pope’s influential role in environmental advocacy.
He consistently warned that climate change demanded urgent action, framing Earth as a sacred inheritance for future generations. His encyclicals, such as “Laudato Si’”, merged faith with activism, guiding ethical responses to ecological crises.
Remarkably, the Pope’s death followed shortly after his Easter Sunday appearance, where he had seemingly recovered from recent health struggles.
Tinubu reflected on this bittersweet timing, noting how the world lost a moral beacon just days after his final blessing.
The President described it as a profound spiritual transition.
Furthermore, Tinubu urged global citizens to honor the Pope through tangible acts of justice and compassion.
He stressed that memorials alone were insufficient—real change must reflect Francis’ lifelong mission.
On behalf of Nigeria, he extended sympathies to the Vatican, Catholic faithful, and all who admired the pontiff’s vision.
In closing, the President prayed for the eternal repose of the Pope’s soul, celebrating his unwavering service to God and humankind.
He encouraged Nigerians to internalize Francis’ messages of unity and selflessness, particularly amid national challenges.
The passing of Pope Francis marks a pivotal moment for global Christianity.
Beyond Catholicism, his teachings on equity, peace, and planetary stewardship resonated across faiths and cultures.
Leaders like Tinubu now face the task of translating his ideals into policy and communal practice.
As tributes pour in worldwide, the Pope’s death invites collective introspection.
His calls for solidarity against inequality and environmental decay remain urgent.
For Nigeria, a nation grappling with these very issues, his legacy offers both a roadmap and a moral challenge.
President Tinubu’s statement underscores this transformative potential.
By aligning governance with the Pope’s values, Nigeria could honor his memory meaningfully.
The days ahead will test whether global leaders truly embrace his vision or merely mourn its foremost advocate.
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