Mr Jatau also called on Christians and other Nigerians to provide succour to the less privileged in society to better their standard of living.
The governor described Abia as one of the safest destinations, assuring residents and visitors of adequate security during the festive period.
Mr Buru stated, “This is the 15th time Muslims and Christians are gathering for this historic annual event to strengthen our relationship and foster unity.”
The executive secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission, Stephen Adegbite, has urged Christians to embrace humility and use Christmas to show love.
“My mother always made sure we cooked on the eve of Christmas and New Year. So I gave the crew a taste of my mother’s recipe,” said Mr Edafe.
A special Igue thanksgiving will then be held by the monarch on Sunday at the Holy Aruosa Cathedral Church in Benin.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya has urged Christians and Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of Jesus’ teachings to sustain peace and unity in the nation.
The governor said their death had left the government and residents in collective grief.
Mr Ojelabi called for national unity and a collective resolve to save Nigeria from forces undermining its future.
The police command in Ekiti has deployed security personnel across the state to ensure peaceful, hitch-free Christmas and New Year celebrations.
