Bauchi gov calls for tolerance, unity

The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has urged the Muslim faithful to imbibe tolerance and forgiveness among ethnic, religious, and political groups on the occasion of the 2025 Eid-el-fitr.

Mohammed, in a press release issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, noted that Eid-el-Fitr should not be turned into a mere holiday defined by pomp and pageantry but an occasion to atone for shortcomings and resolve to take corrective measures.

He maintained that, “We should emulate Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by making sacrifices for the benefit of the less privileged in our society.

“We should also pray to Almighty Allah for peace, unity and prosperity of our dear state and the country as a whole.”

Mohammed called for continuous peaceful coexistence among the heterogeneous ethnic and religious groups in the state.

He stated, “I appeal for your continued understanding, cooperation and support towards the realisation of this noble objective.

“I would like to call on all the good people of the state to use the occasion of the Eid-el-fitr to strengthen the existing relationships among them and also establish new ones.

“You should also imbibe the spirit of forgiveness, love and respect for one another. I also appeal for tolerance, accommodation and a sense of understanding among the various ethnic, religious and political groups in the State.

“As we approach the half-mark of our second and final term, I want to assure you that our government will not only sustain the tempo in providing the dividends of democracy but would strive to improve upon its performance in this regard.

“While thanking you for the confidence  reposed in me, I would  like to appeal for your continued support and cooperation as we build on the successes so far recorded by our administration.”

He added, “We are not unmindful of the economic difficulties being experienced by the people in the country and our dear state.

“I want to assure you that the government is doing everything possible to see the improvement of the situation. We have remained resolute in our determination to provide a robust social protection mechanism to address the challenges of the citizens.”