The Emir of Gwandu, Muhammadu Ilyasu Bashar has described the unity of Nigeria as sacrosanct and non negotiable.
Bashar who said this at his Palace in Birnin Kebbi when the APC Vice Presidential candidate, Kashim Shettima paid him a courtesy call said Nigeria belongs to all Nigerians.
He said:” Nigeria belongs to all of us, although we have our differences in terms of culture, religion and ethnicity.
“Our diversity is our comparative advantage to collectively work towards making Nigeria a greater nation.
“We must also collectively work for sustainable peace, unity and socio-economic prosperity.”
Bashar described Shettima’s visit as a home coming, describing his visitor as a very humble and loyal son.
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“We are happy with your emergence as a vice presidential candidate and we will fervently pray for your success,” Bashar said.
Shettima explained the reason for his visit
“I am here to seek for his royal blessings and fatherly prayers.”
He described the monarch as a kind, compassionate, humble and accommodating leader
The APC Vice-presidential candidate also prayed for the peace and unity of Nigeria.
Editor: Oloyede Oworu
