CAN, JNI congratulate Buhari on his victory

Some religious groups in Northern Nigeria have congratulated president Muhammadu Buhari over his victory at the 2019 presidential polls.

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states congratulated the President and also urged him to run an inclusive government this time.

In a letter to the president dated March 1, 2019, the northern CAN said Buhari’s victory at the poll was evidence of his uprightness and transparency in governance.

“Run an inclusive government as you promised under the new dispensation to unite the diverse of people of Nigeria now, more than ever before,” read part of the statement signed by Yakubu Pam, chairman of the association.

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“Mr President sir, the Bible says to whom much is given, much is expected. We wish to appeal that you continue to be father to all in Nigeria as we look forward to seeing prosperous nation in the next 4 years of your second term in office

“Aware of this victory at a time the people of Nigeria are looking up to you for quality leadership, we urge you double your effort in the fight against insurgency, internal security and corruption in the country.”

Similarly, Muhammad Abubakar, the Sultan of Sokoto and leader of the Jama’tu Nasril Islam (JNI), also congratulated Buhari, calling on the opposition to sheath their swords.

JNI in a statement signed by Khalid Abubakar, its secretary-general, indirectly advised Atiku to accept defeat.

The statement reads in part “However, we call on all the political contenders in Nigeria to, in the name Allah, take it easy and sheath their swords as in every contest there will always be a winner and a loser.

“But in this case, all the contestants are the winners, because Nigerians are now beginning to understand the dynamics of politics and democracy.

“Moreover, Nigerians must be in peace with one another before anybody will think of governing the entity called Nigeria, except if he/she thinks otherwise.

“Peace must be embraced by all as Nigeria clearly needs peace for its growth and development and considering that the Governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections are coming up on Saturday.

“We use this medium to appeal to all politicians and their supporters to embrace peace and also be decorous in actions and speeches, before, during and after the elections.”

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