By Dorathy Mbasen Uba
Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Delta State Council, Comrade Churchill Oyowe has called on Deltans, particularly Muslims to embrace the spirit of unity, understanding, and mutual respect to promote peace and development in the State.
Comrade Oyowe made this call on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 in a signed statement, extending his warm greetings and heartfelt wishes for a joyous and blessed occasion of Eid-el-Fitr celebration and called on the muslim community as well as Deltans to join hands in fostering harmony, tolerance, and cooperation across the State.
According to him, “In this diverse and vibrant state, we celebrate the richness of our cultural and religious diversity. As Muslims, your faith and traditions have become integral part of the fabric of our society, and we value the contributions you make to our communities.
“I encourage all Deltans, regardless of religious affiliation, to embrace the spirit of unity, understanding, and mutual respect. Let us continue to work together to build a peaceful and prosperous Delta State where everyone can thrive and contribute to the progress of our beloved state,” he said.
The NUJ Delta Council Chairman also charged them to remember the values of compassion, empathy, and solidarity as they celebrate and observe significant religious occasions; while urging them to always extend a hand of friendship and support to one another, and strive to create a society where everyone can feel included and valued.
He further emphasized on the important roles unity and religious tolerance play in nation building and called on all to come together to build a Delta State that will be a shining example of unity in diversity; prayed for a more harmonious, prosperous, and a united state and nation.
Eid el-Fitr, also known as ‘the festival of breaking the fast; is celebrated by Muslims worldwide as it marks the end of the month-long Ramadan fast, one of the holiest months in the Islamic.
