By Ismail Umar, Sokoto
The Sokoto State Governor, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to unity, inclusiveness, equal opportunities and support for all residents communities in the state.
Governor Aliyu stated this when he hosted members of various communities to a Ramadan Iftar organised by the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Resident Communities and IDPs, Hajiya Maryam Suleiman in Sokoto.
The event brought together leaders and members of various resident communities living in Sokoto State, providing them with the opportunity to break their Ramadan fast together in an atmosphere of unity, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
Aliyu represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Muhammad Bello Sifawa, described Ramadan as a period that promotes compassion, generosity, and understanding among people, stressing that the values of the holy month should encourage stronger unity among communities.
He expressed Governor Aliyu’s appreciation to members of the resident communities for the support they gave him during the electioneering campaign, noting that their encouragement and cooperation contributed significantly to his emergence as governor.
According to him, the governor remains committed to running an inclusive government that recognises and respects all communities residing in the state.
He further stated that under the present administration, there is no discrimination against any resident community in accessing public services such as education and healthcare.
Sifawa explained that all residents of Sokoto State are treated equally in schools, hospitals, and other government institutions, regardless of their background or place of origin.
The Secretary to the State Government commended the Office of the Special Adviser on Resident Communities and IDPs for organising the special Iftar, describing it as a commendable initiative that strengthens the relationship between the government and members of the resident communities.
Earlier, the Special Adviser Residents Community and IDPs, Hajiya Maryam Suleiman, said the Iftar was organised specifically for members of the resident communities in the state as part of efforts to promote unity and strengthen their relationship with the state government.
She explained that the gathering also provided an opportunity for members of the communities to interact and share the blessings of the holy month of Ramadan together.
Hajiya Maryam commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his continued support and commitment to the welfare of resident communities in Sokoto State.
According to her, the governor’s inclusive leadership style has continued to strengthen harmony and peaceful coexistence among different communities living in the state.
Representatives of the resident communities who spoke at the event expressed appreciation to the governor for the gesture, describing the special Iftar as a demonstration of respect, recognition, and commitment to inclusiveness.
The event concluded with the presentation of ₦100,000 and ten bags of rice to each residents’ group and association by the Special Adviser on behalf of the state government.