Minister Idris Advocates Unity at Ogar's Wake-Keep
On August 14, 2026, Mohammed Idris, the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, attended the wake-keep of the late Ukandi Placidus Ugar Ogar in Obudu, Cross River State. Idris described Nigeria's diversity as a source of strength and urged citizens to promote unity and mutual understanding.
He noted that the bonds uniting Nigerians are stronger than the divisions among them. The event was attended by notable figures, including the Deputy Governor of Cross River State, Rt.
Hon. Peter Odey, former Governor Senator Prof. Ben Ayade, Chief of Staff Dr. Emmanuel Ironbar, and Commissioner for Lands Dr. Erasmus Ekpang. Idris expressed condolences to the bereaved family and highlighted the late Ogar's life as one that fostered unity.
He called on Nigerians to leverage their diverse cultures and traditions as assets for national development and reaffirmed that the nation's strength lies in its people's collective ability to rise above differences.
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