Gov Idris Asks Religious Leaders To Promote Unity

Governor of Kebbi State Nasir Idris has advised religious leaders to propagate the importance of peace and unity in their domains.

He made the appeal yesterday when he opened a workshop for religious leaders at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi.

Idris told the participants that the gathering marked the beginning of sustained engagement between government and religious leaders, noting that such interactions would strengthen unity, moral guidance and collective responsibility in governance.

In his remarks, the commissioner for Religious Affairs, Muhammed Sani Aliyu, revealed that about 24 religious organisations, including the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) had participateed in the workshop.

He saidt religious leaders are key partners in the promotion of peace, unity and good governance.

The commissioner called on the participants to use what they learnt during the workshop and dissiminate same to the grassroots.