Lagos Traders Pray for Tinubu and Hamzat Ahead of Elections

In an unusual display of political support, traders in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, organized a special prayer session for the leading candidates in the upcoming elections, Bola Tinubu and Babajide Sanwo-Olu (popularly known as Hamzat). According to The Sun Nigeria, the event took place at the Balogun Market in the heart of the city. The purpose of the prayer was to seek divine intervention and blessings for the candidates, as they prepare to lead the state in the coming years. This move by the traders signifies their hope for a prosperous and peaceful Lagos under the leadership of Tinubu and Hamzat. The significance of this event lies in its demonstration of the active role the business community plays in shaping the political landscape of the city. The prayer session was held on Wednesday, November 10th, 2026, according to a report by Nigeria Lagos on Google News.