Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has stated that the state will continue to promote religious tolerance for peaceful coexistence.
Speaking during a courtesy visit by the leadership of Eckankar Nigeria at the Government House Port Harcourt on Thursday, Governor Wike said every Nigerian is constitutionally empowered to practice the religion of his/her choice.
He said under his watch, nobody will discriminate against any religion as people have different ways to reach God.
He said: "Which ever way you think you can reach God, do so. Religion is an individual thing.
"Nobody would be discriminated against on the basis of his religion in Rivers State. "
The governor reiterated that he will never let the people of the state down, pointing out that he will always use their mandate judiciously.
Earlier, the Leader of Eckankar Nigeria and Regional Eck Spiritual Aide (RESA) , Ifeatu John Areh said Governor Wike will govern Rivers State till 2023 because of his achievements that have made the people happy.
He said Rivers State has experienced good governance under the leadership of Governor Wike. He urged him to sustain the development agenda.
He said Eckists are in Rivers State for their regional seminar with the theme: "The Road to God: The Adventure of a Lifetime ".
Simeon Nwakaudu,
Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor, Electronic Media.
14th December, 2017.
