EID-EL-FITR: SPEAKER ANAMBRA ASSEMBLY CALLS FOR PEACE & TOLERANCE

REPORTER: KEVIN EKEDIEGWU

The Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Mr. Somtochukwu Udeze, has enjoined Muslims to always promote values of universal justice, peace, mutual understanding and love in their religious obligations.

In his Goodwill Message to Muslim Faithful in Nigeria on behalf of the State Legislature, Mr. Udeze noted that as Ramadan symbolized holiness, dedication to worship and charity work, Muslims should stick to the essence of the Feast.

He urged them to exhibit those virtues that would further unite the people and uplift the country at all times.

The Speaker, who called for tolerance among different religious bodies in the country, urged Muslims to strive to maintain peaceful coexistence and harmonious relationship with their Christian brothers in the interest of peace and progress of Nigeria.

He described Muslim faithful in the state as lucky to operate under Governor Chukwuma Soludo, who he said, had continued to provide them with the enabling environment to propagate their faith and also earn good living.

The Speaker enjoined them to reciprocate the Governor’s gesture by giving his administration the necessary support.

Mr. Udeze expressed the hope that with fervent prayers from the Muslims and other religions groups as well as sincerity and uprightness of the political leaders, the current economic and security challenges confronting the country woulld be surmounted.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Mr. Emma Madu, said Mr. Udeze assured the people of the state that the Assembly would continue to enact laws and make resolutions aimed at promoting peaceful coexistence, development of the state and the well-being of the citizens.

EDITED BY CHUKWUBUIKE MADU