Kogi Governor Ododo Calls for Religious Unity and Peace

Kogi Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo called for stronger collaboration with religious leaders to promote peace and unity among residents of Kogi State. This appeal was made during a meeting at the Government House in Lokoja with representatives from Jama’atu Nasril Islam and the Christian Association of Nigeria.

Ododo praised the two organizations for their cordial relationship and their efforts to foster harmony among their followers. He emphasized that religious leaders should continue to support peaceful coexistence through sermons, prayers, and wise counsel.

The governor identified self-centered politicians as a significant challenge to unity and development, rather than the religious leaders themselves. He expressed satisfaction with the existing relationship between Christians and Muslims in Kogi, urging religious leaders to maintain cooperation and promote peace, tolerance, and mutual respect in their places of worship.

Both Adebayo Olaniyan, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Kogi State, and Ambassador Usman Bello, Chairman of Jama’atu Nasril Islam in Kogi State, pledged their organizations' support for the governor's initiatives.