President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday hosted religious and traditional leaders from across the six geopolitical zones of the country at an Iftar dinner (breaking of fast) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
The event was part of the president’s ongoing official engagements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Speaking at the event, the Nigerian leader underscored the policy of his administration to develop all parts of the country without discrimination.
He expressed the hope that the special occasion of the Ramadan would deepen the spirit of harmony in Nigeria and inspire citizens to work hard for the country and care for those who in need.
The president expressed his appreciation to his guests, the traditional and spiritual leaders whom he said, “have the unity of the country so deep-rooted in the mind of every one of you.”
The Emirs of Kano and Bichi in Kano State, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero and Alhaji Nasiru Ado Bayero, who spoke after the event both said only a united country could move forward and attain its goals.
The religious leaders in attendance included Malam Abubakar Sulaiman, the Chief Imam of the Aso Rock Villa, Sheikh Al-Kanawi Alhassan Ahmed, Dr. Bashir Umar, Muhammad Kamaluddeen Lemu and Nuruddeen Danesi Asunogie.
The others were: Alhaji Ibrahim Kasuwar Magani, Prof. Shehu Galadanchi, Alhaji Abdulrasheed Adiatu, Sheikh Haroun Ogbonnia Ajah and Alhaji Bala Lau.
The president had also met the Otaru of Auchi, Dr. Aliru Momoh, Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Mamman Bage, Emir of Bauchi, Rilwan Adamu Sulaiman, Akadiri Saliu Momoh, Abdulfatah Chimaeze Emetumah, Fatima Ijeoma Emetumah and Isa Sanusi Bayero.
Prayer were offered for peace in the country, the successful end of term of the president and for the success of the incoming administration.
NAN
