Religious leaders in Borno urge unity for peace and progress
Muslim and Christian leaders in Borno State have come together to call for peaceful co-existence among their followers. At an interfaith gathering in Maiduguri, Special Apostle Joshua Akeredolu and other clerics emphasized the importance of religious harmony for sustainable development. The event brought together representatives from both faiths to discuss mutual respect and the need to see one another as members of one human family. Leaders highlighted that both Christianity and Islam promote peace and condemned violence and extremism.
What we know
- Special Apostle Joshua Akeredolu organized the interfaith event as part of his Episcopal Consecration as the sixth leader of the Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Church in Maiduguri.
- The gathering aimed to foster dialogue between Christians and Muslims on peaceful co-existence and mutual respect.
- Akeredolu emphasized that humanity should come before religious differences, encouraging people to see each other as creations of God.
- Ali Isah, Jumaat Imam of the Federal Government College Maiduguri Central Mosque, noted that Borno’s experience with insurgency has shown the need for religious harmony.
- Religious leaders urged both communities to reject intolerance and extremism, and to work together for peace and development in Borno State.
