Ilorin, Kwara State: The Emir of Ilorin, Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari has called on Christians to embrace unity, moral uprightness, and peaceful coexistence during the festive season.
This is contained in a statement by his spokesman, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, on Thursday in Ilorin.
He highlighted that togetherness would serve as a panacea for promoting religious harmony in Nigeria.
Sulu-Gambari emphasised that no sacrifice was too much for the actualisation of the desired unity, peace, growth, and development of the country.
He enjoined residents of Ilorin Emirate and beyond to sustain the prevailing peace in the state and shun acts capable of breaking the law and order.
Sulu-Gambari, who is also the Chairman of the Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, called for unity among all citizens, regardless of tribe or religion.
He described the Ilorin Emirate as a melting pot of cultures and traditions, with a high regard for human dignity, and stressed the need for collective efforts to combat idleness, crime, and criminality.
The royal father urged the Christian faithful to use the occasion of Christmas to reflect positively and pray more for global peace.
While rejoicing with the Christian faithful on Christmas, Sulu-Gambari wished them a peaceful and fulfilling Celebration.
