Nigerian representatives urge Islamic leaders to offer Al-Qunut prayers for the country

Concerned members of Nigeria's House of Representatives have called on Islamic leaders nationwide to perform Al-Qunut prayers during Ramadan. The plea seeks divine intervention for the nation's benefit at a critical juncture.

Members of the House of Representatives in Nigeria, expressing concern over the country's situation, have urged Islamic leaders across the nation to offer special Al-Qunut prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. This call was made on February 25, 2026, as reported by Daily Trust and ThisDayLive.

The Al-Qunut prayer, a supplicatory component in Islamic worship, is requested to implore God to grant Nigeria what is best at this critical point. According to the reports, the representatives highlighted the ongoing challenges facing the country, though specific details on the crises were not elaborated in the sources.

Daily Trust stated: 'Concerned Members of the House of Representatives have urged Islamic leaders across the country to offer Al-Qunut prayers in this holy month of Ramadan.' Similarly, ThisDayLive noted the urging 'to God to grant Nigeria what is best at this critical point.'

No further actions or responses from Islamic leaders were mentioned in the available sources. The initiative reflects a blend of political and religious appeals amid national difficulties.

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