Plateau State Governor, Barrister Caleb Mutfwang has called on the Muslim Ummah in the state and Nigeria in general to promote peaceful coexistence and unity at all times.
In a message on Friday by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr. Gyang Berein, in Jos, the state capital, the governor, who acknowledged the unwavering commitment of the Muslim community to peaceful coexistence in the state and Nigeria, described Eid-el-Fitr as a significant milestone that reinforces faith, sacrifice and submission to the will of God.
Mutfwang commended the Muslim Ummah for the devotion, discipline and sacrifices exhibited throughout the holy month of Ramadan, and urged them to sustain the spirit of love and understanding at all times.
‘I heartily rejoice with the Muslim Ummah on this special occasion; an occasion which reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice and total submission to the will of the Almighty.
‘As you celebrate, I encourage you to reflect on the values of love, charity and selflessness; and to work collectively towards building a more united, peaceful and prosperous Plateau and Nigeria.
‘I join millions of well-wishers across the world in congratulating the Muslim Ummah in Plateau, Nigeria and beyond on this joyous occasion.
‘I appeal that we sustain the values of peace, tolerance and unity; these virtues define the essence of Ramadan’, he said.
Mutfwang particularly called on the Muslims to use the occasion to pray for divine guidance and wisdom for leaders at all levels, in order to deliver responsive and people-oriented governance.
The governor, who reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, assured the citizens of continued efforts to the safety of lives and property, improved welfare and promoting sustainable development at all levels.
He urged citizens of the state, regardless of religion or tribe, to be united peaceful and law abiding.
He further called on the residents to support government policies, insisting that these policies and programmes aimed at creating a conducive environment for economic prosperity and sustainable development.
