The Governor of Enugu State, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, has directed that mosque destroyed by Protesters in the Nsukka area of the state should be rebuilt immediately.
The Chairman of Nsukka Local Government Area, Hon. Cosmos Ugwueze announced this when he visited the location of the damaged mosque.
Ugwueze said the State Government is saddened at the turn of the event that led to the mosque’s damage.
“What happened last Saturday was unfortunate because, for many decades, there has been a peaceful coexistence between the Muslims and Igbo community here in Nsukka.
“I want to assure you of the government’s determination to make Enugu State habitable for all irrespective of tribe or religion.
“His Excellency, the Governor of Enugu State, Rt. Hon. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, on whose instance I undertook this visit, has directed that the mosques be rebuilt.
“That is why I am here to convey this message to you and to also assure you that the State Government also directed that all the properties lost will be replaced,” he stated.
He also commended the Muslims in the community for handling the issue maturely.
“I commend your leaders for the manner through which this matter is being handled. Call back your members to return to their lawful and legitimate business without fear of attack or harassment as the government has restored normalcy,” he said.
In his response, the Chief Imam of Nsukka Central Mosque, Yakubu Omeh, thanked the Chairman for coming and promising to rebuild the mosque, stressing that the damage of their place of worship won’t affect their relationship with the Nsukka people.
“We will play our own part to make sure that there is peace and harmony across all tribes and religions.
“I was surprised on the attack on our mosque because the Muslim community has enjoyed a cordial relationship with Nsukka people as some of us are indigenes of the LG.
“For many decades, we have been living as brothers and sisters.
“Your visit today and promise to rebuild the damaged mosques have shown the volume of care and love the government has for the Muslim community in Nsukka,” he said.
