Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, Simon Lalong and the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jnr attended the Iftar dinner of Al-Habbiyah Islamic Society in Abuja.
Senator Lalong said the dinner, which brought together, people from various backgrounds in fellowship with Muslim brethren, exemplified unity, love and the spirit of sharing which is within the spirit of Ramadan.
He commended Al-habibiyah Islamic Society for their consistency in hosting the event which provides succour to the poor and needy.
Lalong emphasised the need for Nigerians to continue to unite and shun religious differences, and other divisive tendencies which only succeed in drawing the nation back.
In his remarks, Ambassador Mills described the gesture of the foundation as lofty and a source of unity.
He said freedom of worship and religion must be sustained and encouraged by all Nigerians irrespective of their backgrounds, as it expresses the shared commitment to generosity.
National Chief Imam of Al-Habbiyah Society, Fuad Adeyemi said the society is focused on promoting peace in Nigeria and the world at large, hence the hosting of such events to ensure that people unite across faiths.
