As Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid-El-Fitr, Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue state, has called on Nigerians to sustain prayers to end insecurity in parts of the country.
Governor Ortom who stated this in a Sallah message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase, wished all Muslims peaceful Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
The Governor expressed the belief that with prayers and commitment on the part of government and the people, the wave of killings, kidnappings, herdsmen attacks and banditry will be surmounted.
He said the peace, security and unity of the country must be placed above personal and sectional interests, as keeping Nigeria safe and united is a task for all its citizens.
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The Governor urged Muslims in the state to promote the values and lessons of Ramadan such as piety, generosity, peaceful coexistence and justice.
He acknowledged and appreciated the prayers made by the Muslim community any time the state is confronted by challenges assuring Benue people that the security of lives and property will remain the priority of his administration.
