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MAKURDI – Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, who felicitated the Muslim Ummah in the state on the occasion of the Eid-el-Fitri celebration, has also appreciated them for the support they have given to his administration.
He explained that the peaceful co-existence of the people of the state is a source of pride to their shared values of tolerance, among other values.
In a statement issued in Makurdi on Wednesday, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor, Sir Kula Tersoo, said Governor Alia has also called for more support and prayers for his administration.
Kula said, the “Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, felicitates the Muslim faithful, as they observe this year’s (Eid-ul-Adha) festival, also known as the Eid-el-Kabir.
“Eid al-Adha festival is a blessed and glorious festival through which Muslims worship God and show complete dedication to Him.
“Rejoicing with the entire Muslim Ummah on the occasion, the governor calls for more support for the government in the state and Nigeria, soliciting more prayers for all leaders.
”He appreciates all Muslims in the state for their unrelenting support for his administration, stating that the peaceful co-existence of people of different faiths in the state remains a source of pride and a tribute to their shared values of tolerance, respect, and unity.”
The CPS said, “He (Alia) assures that his administration will continue to put the interests and well-being of everyone living in the state first, promising accelerated and sustainable development for his people.”
Summarily, Kula stated that “The Governor wishes all Muslim faithful in Benue state and beyond, a joyous and blessed celebration, praying to God to accept and reward the sacrifices of all worshippers.”
