Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has ordered the reopening of one of the state’s largest Juma’at mosques in Moriki town, Zurmi Local Government Area.
A dispute between two factional groups, according to reports, led to the closure of the central worship centre in the town.
A statement issued on Saturday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, stated that the intervention was necessary to address the dispute among the people.
Idris said the governor recognised that unity was crucial in fostering social harmony and promoting sustainable development, especially in the ‘trying times’ in the state.
Part of the statement read, “Yesterday (Friday) the Zamfara State Government, under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal, resolved the seven-year-old dispute that resulted in the closure of one of the largest Friday mosques in Moriki town, Zurmi Local Government Area.
“Government deemed it necessary to intervene and take measures to mitigate any factors contributing to disunity among the people.”
In his remarks, the Emir of Moriki, Bashar Muhammad, extended his gratitude to God for witnessing the reopening.
“He also commended the state government for its timely intervention in resolving the dispute,” the statement added.
The Former Chief Imam of Gusau GRA, Jumuat Mosque of the state, Tukur Jangeme, fled the state following his resignation in November.
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