The Muslim Community in Rivers State has stated that the victory of Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike during the last Governorship Election has positioned the state for greater development in the next four years.
Speaking during a Special Sallah Homage to the Rivers State Governor at the Government House Port-Harcourt on Tuesday, Islamic Leader of Rivers State, Nasir Uhor, said they are confident that Governor Wike will consolidate on the gains of his first term.
He said: “On behalf of the State Muslim Community, I very heartily congratulate the governor on his re-election.
“This victory has positioned Rivers State on the corridor of further development. We pray God for the safety of the Governor and key leaders of his Administration all through second term”.
He said that Rivers State has a Governor with a burning desire and commitment for development as depicted by the state-wide roll-out of projects.
While thanking Governor Wike for involving the Muslim Community in governance, he urged the Rivers State Governor to continue to include them in the governance process.
Responding, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike assured that his administration will continue to carry all groups along, irrespective of their religion and ethnic background.
He said: “I believe that whether you are Christian or Muslim, we are one. You must support the Government to fight insecurity and promote peace.
“It requires the effort of everyone for us to have peace. We should work together for the good of the state”.
He stated that promoting religion and ethnicity hampers development. He said that efforts should be geared towards development.
Governor Wike explained that the Rivers State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board was dissolved because of division and the illegal sale of pilgrimage slots.
