FROM SAMSON ALFA, MINNA
Niger State government has reintroduced the teaching of Christian Religious Knowledge, CRK, in public schools across the state..
A statement from the media aide of the state Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN), Mr Daniel Atori, said the Chairman, Most Reverend Bulus Yohanna described the governor as one who means well for the people irrespective of their religion.
The statement disclosed that the governor’s action was in fulfillment of an earlier promise when he received a delegation from the Christian community led by the state CAN executive in company of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mrs Afiniki Dauda at the Government House, Minna.
Governor Umar Bago acknowledged the importance of teaching CRK in schools, saying it would help children to grow with the fear of God. “The subject will be made compulsory for Christians in all public schools because family values and morality have been replaced with social vices, resulting in moral decadence”.
In his commendation, the chairman and Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese disclosed that “the governor’s approval for the reintroduction of CRK in public schools across the state will bring understanding of the faith and mutual respect.
“I commend the leadership style of the governor because he has shown fairness and inclusivity irrespective of religion or tribe, which has fostered unity and a harmonious society among diverse groups and religion in the state”.
The CAN chairman, however, urged parents, religious bodies and relevant stakeholders not to relent in ensuring the successful takeoff of the teaching of CRK in all public schools for better future of youths.
