The Kebbi State Government has donated N30 Million to the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Kebbi State chapter to enable it fence a cemetery land recently allocated to it by the state government.
The donation was announced was made by the Commissioner for Special Duties, Alhaji Zaiyanu Aliero, during a special prayer session marking the close of the Healing and Deliverance Crusade held at Haliru Abdu Stadium, Birnin Kebbi, which took place yesterday.
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Alhaji Aliero thanked the organisers of the crusade, Dr. Paul and Dr. Mrs. Becky Paul Enenche, along with CAN leaders in Kebbi, for offering prayers for peace, unity, and progress in the state.
He described the governor’s gesture as a demonstration of his commitment to religious tolerance and inclusive governance.
“For days now, our land has been blessed with fervent prayers, powerful preaching, and divine encounters. This crusade has united people across backgrounds and denominations in a spirit of hope and faith,” he noted.
Aliero further highlighted the administration’s inclusive approach by pointing out that Governor Idris has appointed three Christians as Special Advisers, about 20 as Senior Special Assistants, and over 30 as Special Assistants.
He also mentioned the appointment of Mr. Ibrahim Doro to the Kebbi State Judicial Service Commission and the payment of an N18 million Jerusalem pilgrimage debt owed by the state CAN chapter. In addition, the Governor ensures annual Christmas welfare packages for Christians and has approved land for a Christian cemetery in the state capital.
“These actions are meant to foster integration, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence among all religious groups,” Aliero emphasized.
