TDFirst Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially commissioned the National Assembly Christian Chapel in Abuja.
The development marks the realization of a long‑standing aspiration of the Christian community within Nigeria’s apex legislative institution.
Highlights of the Event
- The space was commissioned by the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu.
- The occasion was hosted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu.
- Attendees include:
- former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon,
- Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume,
- Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara (Speaker of the 8th House of Representatives);
- Serving and past legislators, faith leaders, senior public officials, and members of the diplomatic community.
Significance of the Chapel
- Represents years of vision, sacrifice, and collective commitment by the Christian Legislators Fellowship across successive Assemblies.
- Funded entirely through voluntary contributions by serving and former Members of the National Assembly (6th–9th Assemblies), staff, and stakeholders — with no recourse to public funds.
- Serves as a solemn sanctuary for prayer, reflection, and fellowship within the legislative environment.
- Aims to contribute to the moral and spiritual wellbeing of legislators and staff.
Voices of Appreciation
The Christian Legislators Fellowship expressed profound gratitude to all contributors.
They described the Chapel as a lasting symbol of unity, faith, and institutional continuity within the National Assembly.
This commissioning underscores the blending of faith and governance in Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
It also highlights the role of spiritual spaces in fostering unity and moral grounding among leaders.
