A significant milestone in interfaith relations was marked on Sunday as a delegation of Islamic preachers, led by Alhaji Hussaini Ismail, the Special Adviser to Governor Agbu Kefas on Muslim Religious Matters, visited Pastor Samuel Omajali, the Overseer of Deeper Life Church in Taraba.
The visit, aimed at celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with the Christian community, highlighted the commitment to fostering unity and cooperation between Muslims and Christians in the state.
Emphasizing Peace and Understanding
During the visit, Alhaji Ismail emphasized the delegation’s dedication to promoting peace and understanding between the two major faith groups.
He highlighted the importance of interfaith dialogue in building bridges of understanding and ensuring peaceful coexistence.
“This visit,” he said, “is a testament to the power of interfaith dialogue in building bridges of understanding and ensuring peaceful coexistence.”
Commitment to a United Taraba
Echoing these sentiments, Pastor Omajali expressed his commitment to collaborating in advancing Governor Kefas’ vision of a united and harmonious Taraba.
He stressed that “together, we can create a society that thrives on mutual respect and shared values.”
Pastor Omajali saw the visit as a step forward in promoting good governance and fostering interfaith harmony throughout the state.
Muslims Join Christians in Kaduna for Christmas
Legit.ng reported that Hundreds of Muslims joined their Christian neighbors in Kaduna on Wednesday for a Christmas church service celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.
The event, aimed at promoting peace, love, and religious tolerance, saw participation from Muslim Imams and youths from seven Northern States.
Pastor Yohanna Buru, the General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry in Sabon Tasha, expressed his satisfaction with the large turnout. Despite challenges such as insecurity, economic hardship, and high transportation costs, hundreds of Muslims, including women and children, attended the church service.