CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR LASTING PEACE AND STABILITY DURING THIS YEAR’S MAULUD CELEBRATION, ZMSG CHARGE MUSLIMS

    The Zamfara State Government has called on Islamic scholars to intensify prayers for divine intervention towards the restoration of peace in the state and the country at large during this year’s Maulid celebrations.

    The Acting Governor, Malam Mani Mummuni Masamar Mudi, made the appeal last night while attending Maulid celebrations at various Zawiyya schools within the Kaura Namoda Emirate Council.

    He also urged Islamic scholars and concerned citizens of the state to pray for the exposure of anyone supporting or taking advantage of banditry activities.

The Deputy Governor’s said   “The present administration of Governor Dauda Lawal has given utmost priority to the fight against all forms of insecurity in the state. It is, therefore, important for citizens to intensify prayers for the success of this administration in that direction,”

    Similarly, the Matawalle of Bukkuyum reaffirmed the government’s position of refusing to negotiate with bandits, stressing that they cannot be trusted, and that their actions are not based on any just cause but rather on turning criminality into a business.

   During the visits, the Deputy Governor donated the sum of ₦3.5 million to the Zawiyya schools visited, in addition to cows and food items earlier sent by the state government, to support the smooth celebration of this year’s Maulid.

   In his remarks, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Islamic Affairs, Malam Bello Almufti, recited verses from the Holy Qur’an and traditions of the Holy Prophet (SAW) highlighting the mercy and wisdom bestowed upon humanity through the coming of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

   Responding on behalf of the schools, the Emir of Kaura Namoda, Sarkin Kiyawa, Dr. Sanusi Mohammed Ahmad Asha, expressed appreciation to the Acting Governor and his entourage for joining the midnight Maulid celebrations.

A statement signed by the chief press secretary to the Deputy Governor, Shehu Adamu Gusau said the schools visited include: Zawiyar Malam Babba, Zawiyar Shehu Kaya, Zawiyar Lungun Malamai, Makarantar Malam Yahaya, Gangaren Makaranta, and Kambarawa, among others.

  The Acting Governor was accompanied by the State Commissioner for Housing, Alhaji Nasir Ibrahim Zurmi; the State PDP Chairman, Dr. Jamilu Jibo Magayaki Kaura; and other top government officials.