The lawmaker representing the Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency for the APC-Benue, Hon. Philip Agbese has rebuffed rumours that First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has ordered the closure of the Aso Rock Chapel.
He described such claims as harmful and unfounded, painting a stark contrast to the First Lady’s staunch support for Christian values.
The allegations originated from a Twitter user, @VeronicaaNaomi, who suggested that the First Lady’s directive was a response to those who did not back her husband, President Bola Tinubu, in the February 2023 presidential election.
The First Lady has since refuted these allegations, labeling them as “fabrication and false representation of the true situation.”
In response to the ongoing controversy, Agbese expressed disappointment that such a claim could surface, considering Mrs. Tinubu’s significant contributions to the Christian community.
He described her as a strong woman of faith who has been one of the country’s leading Christian voices.
Agbese underscored the First Lady’s commitment to her faith, highlighting her journey through Baptismal and worker training classes before becoming a Pastor in 2018.
He drew a parallel between Mrs. Tinubu and the biblical figure Esther, both exhibiting boldness, courage, and spiritual insight to advocate for their people, even at personal risk.
Agbese urged Nigerians to dismiss this false narrative, which he said aims to distract the First Lady and her husband, as well as sow discord among Christians against the current administration.
He encouraged Christians to view the First Lady as God’s tool in these times, praying for a nation in need.
Finally, Agbese emphasized that the era of divisive politics based on ethnicity, religion, and bias is over. He called on all Nigerians to support President Tinubu’s administration.
