The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Niger State Chapter, Most Rev. Dr Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, has urged Nigerians to continue praying for peace, unity and purposeful leadership as the nation prepares for the 2027 general elections.
Most Rev. Yohanna, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, expressed optimism that the challenges confronting Niger State and the country at large would soon be overcome through collective prayers, tolerance and cooperation among citizens.
In his Sallah message made available to journalists on Wednesday, the CAN Chairman called on Nigerlites to use the festive period for sober reflection and seek God’s mercy and guidance for the nation.
According to him, “I want to urge all Nigerians to remain hopeful in God and not give up despite the numerous challenges facing our state and the country.
“We must continue to show love and compassion to the less privileged by reaching out to people in orphanages, old people’s homes, Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, camps, hospitals and correctional centres.”
He further urged citizens to embrace peaceful coexistence and love one another irrespective of tribe, ethnicity or religion, stressing that unity remains the key to overcoming the nation’s challenges.
The cleric noted that Eid-el-Kabir symbolises sacrifice, love, peace and obedience to God, adding that the lessons of the season should extend beyond the celebration.
Most Rev. Yohanna also called for greater tolerance, synergy and cooperation among Nigerians in order to build a more peaceful and prosperous society.
He then congratulated Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, the Council of Traditional Rulers, the Etsu Nupe, other royal fathers, and the entire Muslim Ummah on the successful celebration of Eid-el-Kabir.
Eid-el-Kabir: CAN urges Nigerians to pray for purposeful leadership
