The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has congratulated Muslim faithful to commemorate the birth of the Islamic holy Prophet Mohammed.
In a felicitation message to the Nigerian Muslims, the CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, called for the promotion of mutual respect, understanding, and peaceful coexistence among all religions.
Archbishop Okoh noted that Nigeria’s strength lies in its diverse society and urged that the people should promote mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.
“As we commemorate this significant festival, we acknowledge Nigeria’s diverse society, comprising individuals from various ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. It is within this rich diversity that our strength as a nation resides.
“Consequently, we must persist in promoting mutual respect, understanding, and peaceful coexistence among all religious communities,” the Christian leader advised.
The statement added, “Once more, on behalf of the Christian Association of Nigeria, I wish the Muslim faithful in Nigeria a peaceful celebration.”
