GOVERNOR Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has called on Christian faithful in the state to use the occasion of this year’s Christmas to pray for more peace, security and prosperity in the state and country.
A press statement by Mamman Mohammed, Director General, Press and Media Affairs to Governor Buni said the governor made the call on Wednesday in his goodwill message to Christian faithful as they celebrate this year’s Christmas.
While thanking God for the improved peace and security in the state, Governor Buni said people now move freely pursuing their legitimate businesses.
“This calls for celebration and to appreciate God for making the state more secured and peaceful,” the governor said as he urged the faithful to use the occasion to pray for more peace, security and prosperity of the state and country.
“We should build and promote more peace and peaceful coexistence for the development of the state,” Buni said.
Meanwhile, the governor while hosting the state branch of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) urged religious leaders to preach peace, love and justice.
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“We should spread the message of love because we are all created and loved by God. All the scriptures preached and promoted peace, we should therefore be our brothers’ keepers,” Buni said.
Leader of CAN’s delegation, Prof. John Onyema, commended the governor for the sense of belonging given to Christians and Nigerians from other states resident in Yobe.
“You have demonstrated true leadership and supported everyone in the state without recourse to religious and ethnic backgrounds. We appreciate your developmental strides of providing services and projects enjoyed by everyone in the state.
“As the 2025 new year sets in, we urge you to continue doing the good works for the benefit of all,” Prof. Onyema said.
The governor was presented with an award of Excellence in appreciation and for supporting the North East Unity Carol.
