In an efforts to promote peaceful coexistence and religious harmony between Christian and Muslim faithfuls in Niger State, the Islamic Education Trust (IET) has donated a borehole to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Director General of IET, Alhaji Arzika Abubakar Rimau said IET decided to donate the borehole to help reignite their long standing relationship.
According to him “we love Nigeria irrespective of religion or tribes. We do not subscribe to anyone who does not believe in interfaith.
“The provision of a borehole to CAN is part of our commitment to strengthening interfaith harmony and unity in Niger State”.
Rimau said the gesture reflects the enduring legacy of late Sheikh Ahmed Lemu, who championed interfaith collaboration and shared a close bond with Christian Clergy like late Father O’Connell, a key contributor to the state’s educational development.
While expressing gratitude on behalf of the Christian community, CAN Chairman Niger State chapter, Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, described IET’s gesture as a symbol of unity, which encourages continued collaboration between both faiths for societal progress.
Also speaking, Director Liaison Services Department, Alhaji Ibrahim Yahaya appreciated Victoria Ndagi, a devoted Christian, for drawing the organization’s attention to the water needs of the CAN Secretariat in Minna the Niger state capital.
As part of the event, the IET presented an award of recognition to Victoria Ndagi for her role in fostering interfaith collaboration and promoting community development.
She was described as a bridge-builder between faiths, noting that her recommendation led IET to extend similar humanitarian projects to other Christian communities, as the award presented to her was well deserved.
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