- * Calls For Peaceful Coexistence In The Country
By Celestine Okafor (Editor-in-Chief)
Kano State Deputy Governor, Dr.Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, has made a donation of N2 million as support to the organisers of the Maulud event.
He called for peaceful coexistence, love and tolerance among the diverse ethnic groups and adherents of religious faiths in the country.
The deputy governor made the call on Sunday October 24, 2021 in Abeokuta, Ogun State, during the 55th annual maulud commemoration organised by Attoreeqatul Qadiriyya Al-Azeeziyah Islamic Organisation to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon him).
The Deputy Governor, Gawuna, implored all Muslims to imbibe the spirit of unity ,love,tolerance and patience in their daily activities as taught by Prophet Muhammad.
"I am happy to be here to celebrate the birth, virtues and greatness of our beloved Prophet Muhammad".
"When the Khalifa of Qadiriyya told me he is inviting me to this occasion, I immediately informed my leader, Governor Ganduje who said he too would have gladly loved to be at this auspicious event".
He however charged the Muslims to continue to emulate the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and also called on them to be their brothers keepers.
While calling for prayers on the well being and issues bedevilling the country, Gawuna donated the sum of 2 million Naira as support to the organisers of the maulud event.
Speaking, the Khalifa of the Qadiriyya Movement in Africa, Sheikh Qariballah Nasiru Kabara, explained that the purpose of the gathering was to show love and reflect on the messages and character of Prophet Muhammad.
Sheikh Kabara pointed out that the love for Prophet Muhammad will lead Muslim faithfuls to be rewarded with Jannatul Firdaus. He expressed appreciation to the Kano state Deputy Governor for attending the maulud anniversary.
Earlier in his remarks, the Aare Qadiriyya Of Nigeria, Alh.Najimdeen Jumah, said the relationship between Kano and Abeokuta dates back to a very long time through people like Late Sheikh Nasiru Kabara who contributed immensely to the development of Islam and left enduring legacies. He stated that the Sheikh was very supportive of the historic annual maulud event. NNL
