Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has admonished Muslim faithful to commit themselves to the Holy Prophet’s injunction on peace, tolerance, charity and generosity to the less privilege. In his Eid-el-Kabir message issued and signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase, Governor Ortom called for sustained sacrifice and encouraged Benue people to always place the state and country above personal interests, so as to complement government’s efforts in building the society of their dreams. “He restates the commitment of the State Government to the safety of lives and property, as meaningful development can only take place in an atmosphere devoid of violence. The Governor again commended the police and other security agencies for the rescue of kidnap victims in the state and other successes recorded in the fight against crime. While appreciating Benue people for the support given to his administration and security operatives through intelligence gathering which led to the arrest of suspects for prosecution, Governor Ortom wished the people of the state joyful Eid-el-Kabir celebration.

Source: Nigerian Tribune July 29, 2020 18:00 UTC