In the spirit of the celebration of Eid-el-Maulud, which is the birth of Prophet Mohammed, Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, charges all the Muslim Faithful in Nigeria and Benue State in particular, to follow the exemplary leadership of the Holy Prophet Muhammed, by promoting peaceful co-existence among the various segments of the society.

Governor Alia in a message of felicitation urges them to shun ethnic, political, religious differences and work towards building a safer and better Benue and Nigeria in general.

“As you rejoice in the celebration of the birth of Prophet Mohammed, be mindful of the need to pray for peace and unity amongst the citizens, which form the fulcrum for the progress of our dear Benue State and nation.”

“You are once again reminded of the need to show love and be at peace with one another for the development and progress of our dear state and country.”

While calling on all to join hands with his government in his efforts to rebuild and redevelop the state, the governor urge all residents of the state to make security of lives and property as the responsibility of everyone, saying “if you see something, you say something.”

Sir Kula Tersoo,

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Benue State.

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