Residents of Kaduna State have been urged to checkmate the antics of ethnic and religious bigots, by living in peace, love and unity for the overall development of the state.
The State Governor, Senator Uba Sani made the appeal during the Christmas Carol of Six Lessons organized by the Kaduna State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) at ECWA Good News, Narayi Highcost.
Governor Uba Sani who noted that there be no development without peace and harmony, expressed happiness that everyone now lives freely without intimidation because of their tribal or religious affiliations in Kaduna State.
He lamented that Kaduna State witnessed a lot of setbacks as a result of ethnic and religious bigots who divided the State along ethno-religious lines because of their selfish interests.
According to the Governor, he attended the Christmas Carol to celebrate with Christians because when he took the oath of office, he promised to treat everyone equally, irrespective of their religious, tribal, or political affiliations.
The Governor pointed out that the challenge before every resident is to help in repositioning Kaduna State to bring back its lost glory, adding that Muslims and Christians must live together.
He expressed happiness that both Jama’atuI Nasril Islam (JNI) and CAN have been working together as one family to maintain peace in Kaduna State, which he described as an important achievement.
Speaking to journalists after the event, the CAN Chairman, Kaduna State Chapter, Reverend Caleb Ma’aji, described Governor Sani as a leader who consistently strives for inclusivity and balance.
Rev. Ma’aji noted that the celebration brought people of different faiths, including Muslims, to commemorate the birth of Christ, who brought salvation and purpose to humanity.
The cleric acknowledged that differences among residents are inevitable but argued that such biases should not hinder harmonious relationships and peaceful coexistence among residents.