Rivers: Muslim community asks Fubara for Central Mosque, others

By Desmond Ejibas

A delegation of the Muslim ummah led by Alhaji Nasir Uhor has asked Governor Gov. Siminalayi Fubara to build a central mosque in Port Harcourt, return the Muslim cemetery section to the council and land allocation to build a mosque at Rivers State University

The delegation, including Islamic clerics and Arewa community leaders made the request during their visit to the Rivers governor in Port Harcourt as part of Eid-el-Fitr celebrations on Friday.

Speaking during the visit, thanked Fubara for his inclusiveness and for granting the delegation audience while appealing for a central mosque in Port Harcourt and return of the Muslim cemetery section to the council.

“We also appeal for land allocation for a mosque at Rivers State University,” he said.

“We also appeal for land allocation for a mosque at Rivers State University,” he said.

Speaking earlier, Fubara reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property of all residents, including the Muslim community in Rivers.

Fubara said every resident, regardless of origin or religion, was regarded as an indigene of Rivers.

“This is because they live, conduct business and contribute to the socio-economic development of Rivers.

“In essence, you are Rivers indigenes, even if not by birth.

“Because you live here, have your homes and children here, government will protect your lives and property.

“We will do our best to make Rivers safe for everyone living and doing business here,” he said.

Fubara commended the Muslim community’s dedication and steadfastness during the Ramadan fast.

On farmer-herder tensions, he noted Rivers has remained peaceful through strategic engagement and coordination with security agencies.

He urged Islamic leaders to strengthen internal communication to sustain peace among their members.

“It is important leaders engage their people to conduct themselves properly in their communities.

“You are their leaders, so guide them, so we all work together for the state’s peace,” he said.

Fubara assured the delegation that their requests were under review and would be addressed in line with available resources.