Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje of Kano state has tasked the people of the state, especially the Muslim faithful to remain vigilant and be security conscious during the Eid-al-Fitr celebrations.
In a goodwill Sallah message to commemorate this year’s Eid-al-Fitr which marks the completion of the Ramadan fast, the governor, through the commissioner for Information, Malam Muhammad Garba, also warned that the state would not be a safe haven for purveyors of violence.
Ganduje described security as everybody’s business and assured of adequate reinforcement of security personnel during the festivities.
“Government would stand against anyone bent on destroying the existing peace in the state and I urge the people of the state to avail security agencies of the necessary information to help tackle insecurity”, the Governor said.
He commended Muslims and the entire people of the state for their steadfastness in the midst of challenges facing the nation and urged them to remain prayerful and continue to support the government in its efforts to tackle the problem.
“I charge Muslims to keep their spirits up in spite of the Covid-19 3rd wave in the country by cooperating with the government through adherence to guidelines for the Covid-19 containment that includes hand washing, use of face mask and observing social distancing during the festive period”, Ganduje said.
The governor commended the people of the state for their unflinching support for his administration through prayers, counsel and active participation in governance and called on them not to relent in contributing to the maintenance of peace and harmony being enjoyed in the state.
The statement also urged Muslim faithful to extend the spiritual benefits of Ramadan which are love, peace, and justice to their daily living and thereby contribute to the development of the nation.
Nneka Ukachukwu
