Pastor Bakare Kicks Against Frequent Use Of Islamic Citation by Chairman

Lagos cleric, Pastor Tunde Bakare also canvassed for religious neutrality in the conduct of the affairs of the conference.The Cleric who described himself as a national delegate from the South West warned against putting too much emphasis on religion at the Conference.Pastor Bakare specifically drew attention to the Conference Chairman who always begin speaking by reciting some Islamic recitation arguing that the action can result in confusion if he also started speaking by saying, “Praise the Lord somebody,”. an action which he said may turn the Conference into a Church service.

However, Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Nuhu Muhammadu Sanus pleaded that all elements of bitterness

should be eschewed. We are responsible for what Nigeria is today and we are also the answer to the problem of this country. The issue here is corruption from the local government. He drew attention to the loss of lives of youths in the course of searching for jobs. He said the delegates are not in the Conference to fight. He drew applause from the house.The Chairman said a National Prayer will be adopted on Monday and the Conference was adjourned. Next sitting is on Monday.