• Calls for Religious Harmony

• Safiu Kehinde

The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Most Rev. Daniel Okoh, has, on Thursday, joined Muslim faithful to break their Ramadan fast (Iftar) in Abuja as he called for religious harmony.

Okoh joined worshippers at the Al-Habibiyya Mosque for the Iftar and the feeding of about 2,300 fasting Muslims. He stressed the need for peace and unity among Nigerians.

The CAN President commended the leadership of Al-Habibiyya Islamic Society for the initiative, noting that such gestures would help promote religious tolerance and understanding in the country.

“We are basically the same (Muslims and Christians), and we must find a way to make things work together in this country.

“So, to those wondering what the President of CAN is doing in a mosque, I say this — I have come here, and I will come again.

“It is an opportunity to learn and share. I urge every Nigerian to understand other religions so we can grow in mutual respect, understanding, and peace,” he said.

Earlier, the National Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyya Mosque, Sheik Fuad Adeyemi, said the feeding programme is organised every Ramadan to support the less privileged, regardless of religious belief.

He explained that inviting other faith-based organisations and dignitaries was aimed at fostering understanding, peace, and unity among Nigerians.

“We should recognise what unites us as human beings and as people destined to share the same environment.

“That is why we do what we do. We believe that, by God’s infinite mercy, the little we contribute will be blessed,” he said.

According to reports, the event was attended by Islamic and Christian clerics, CAN representatives, faith-based organisations, and traditional rulers.