The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Most Rev. Daniel Okoh, has called on Nigerians for religious harmony after he joined Muslim faithful to break Ramadan fast (Iftar) in Abuja on Thursday.
Can President joined Muslim worshippers at the Al-Habibiyya Mosque for the breaking of fasting (Iftar) and the feeding of about 2,300 fasting Muslims. Okoh stressed the need for peace and unity among Nigerians.
He commended the leadership of Al-Habibiyya Islamic Society for the initiative, noting that such gestures would help promote religious tolerance and understanding in the country.
“We are basically the same (Muslims and Christians), and we must find a way to make things work together in this country.
“So, to those wondering what the President of CAN is doing in a mosque, I say this: I have come here, and I will come again.
“It is an opportunity to learn and share. I urge every Nigerian to understand other religions so we can grow in mutual respect, understanding, and peace,” he said.
Early in his address, the National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyya Mosque, Sheikh Fuad Adeyemi, noted that the feeding programme is always comes up every Ramadan to support the less privileged regardless of religious belief.
He maintained that inviting other faith-based organisations and dignitaries was aimed at fostering religion tolerance, understanding, peace, and unity among Nigerians.
“We should recognise what unites us as human beings and as people destined to share the same environment.
“That is why we do what we do. We believe that, by God’s infinite mercy, the little we contribute will be blessed,” he said.
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