Gombe – Rev. Abare Kala, Chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Gombe state, has commended the state government for providing adequate security during the Eid-el -Fitr celebration.

Kala told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Gombe on Monday that considering the incidents that occurred in some states few days to Sallah, the state government and security agents deserved a pat on the back for ensuring an incident –free celebration.

“We really thank the Almighty God for his protection, the celebration was observed under a peaceful atmosphere.

“The security agents and the state government deserve commendation; we shall continue praying for Almighty God to continue giving them the strength and wisdom to contain the security challenges.

“We will continue to pray for peace in Gombe, North East sub-region and the country at large,” he said.

He then appealed to Muslim faithful, to continue observing the good lessons of Ramadan.

“We should all embrace the tenants of tolerance, and peaceful co-existence,” he said.

/NAN