The Governor of Ebonyi State Rt. Hon Francis Nwifuru has called on Nigeria leaders to put aside parochial interest and work towards ensuring that the county gets to the pinnacle of development.
He made the call in a message to this year's Eid -el-kabir.
According to the Governor, " for the country to attain greatness, our Leaders should at all times preach peace and unity and display love towards one another in respective of religious and political affiliations ".
Governor Nwifuru enjoined Nigerians to emulate prophet Ibrahim by extending hands of kindness to their neighbours.
" As you celebrate today , I want to appeal to you to remember the downtrodden who needs your help. You must strive to give them a sense of belonging. You must also use this solemn occasion to reflect on the life of prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice and obidence to Almighty Allah."
The Governor who used the occasion to appreciate Muslims in the state for their steadfastness , pledged to re- dedicate himself to providing selfless service to residents of the State in respective of religious affiliation.
The Governor however urged Muslims to continue to pray and support the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to succeed in the task of moving the nation forward.
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