Muslims and Christians, on Sunday, came together in Kaduna to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Christ Evangelical and Life Intervention Ministry, in a remarkable demonstration of religious tolerance, unity and peaceful coexistence.
The celebration, held on November 8, 2026, attracted Muslim men, women and children from different communities who joined members of the church to mark its silver jubilee and strengthen interfaith relationships.
Speaking at the event, the General Overseer, Pastor Dr. Yohanna Buru, described the gathering as a historic milestone in promoting peace and religious harmony in Kaduna State. Buru, a United Nations Peace Ambassador in Nigeria and recipient of an international interfaith harmony award, said the church deliberately invited its Muslim neighbours and friends to celebrate the anniversary together.
He expressed delight at their participation, stressing that the house of God should be open to everyone, irrespective of religion, tribe, culture or social status. He called on Muslims and Christians to recognise their shared humanity, promote forgiveness and mutual respect, and work together despite their religious differences.
In his remarks, a Muslim community representative, Mallam Yusuf Jibril Zigo, congratulated the church and its members, describing the celebration as an opportunity to strengthen longstanding relationships between the two religious communities.
He said the Muslim delegation attended to celebrate with their Christian brothers and sisters and offered prayers for peace, love and forgiveness, particularly in Northern Nigeria, where insecurity continues to affect many communities.
Similarly, the Team Leader of the Network of Peace Journalists (NPJ), Ibrahima Yakubu, commended the pastors and imams who attended the event, describing their participation as a strong demonstration of interfaith solidarity.
Yakubu urged religious leaders to sustain such initiatives through dialogue, tolerance and joint activities, noting that bringing people of different faiths together helps build trust, overcome prejudice and promote lasting peace in society.