By Awayi Kuje

An Islamic Cleric in Nasarawa State, Malam Kasimu Dahiru, has admonished politicians to redeem their campaign promises and be just to their electorate for the overall development of the country.

He also called on parents to ensure proper upbringing of their children in a Godly way in order to build an egalitarian society.

Dahiru, who is the Chief Imam of Millionaire Quarters in Lafia, Nasarawa State, made the call while presiding over wedding Fatihah between Alhaji Hudu A Hudu, member representing Awe North constituency at the state House of Assembly, and his beloved wife, Asma’u Kani, on Saturday in Lafia.

The cleric pronounced Hudu and Asma’u as husband and wife after the payment of N70,000 as dowry and presentation of medical certificates.

The chief lmam enjoined the husband to be fair and just to his wives in the interest of peace, unity and progress of their family.

”As you are taking a second wife today, you should be fair and just to your wives. No discrimination in any way,” the cleric charged.

He also urged the couple to show love and understanding for their marriage to last forever.

Dahiru also urged the couple not to allow third party interference in their marriage and prayed God to bless the union.

He further advised them to embrace other good virtues of marriage such as love, care, effective communication, tolerance, peace and understanding, among other virtues, for their marriage to be successful.

He wished them God’s guidance, protection and a blissful matrimony.

Rep. Abubakar Dahiru (Lafia/Obi Federal Constituency) and Mr Solomon Akwashiki, member representing Lafia Central at the Nasarawa state House of Assembly, also urged the couple to show understanding and be patient with each other for their marriage to succeed.

The lawmakers, while congratulating the couple, prayed God to bless their marriage abundantly.

Alhaji Adamu Ahmadu, stood in as representative of the bride’s family while Alhaji Hashimu Aliyu, Sarkin Kanje, who stood in as a representative of the groom’s family, also underscored the couple to demonstrate patience and understanding.

They prayed for a fruitful and blessed marriage life.

Responding, the member representing Awe North constituency at the state House of Assembly, appreciated God for their successful marriage.

Hudu prayed God to guide him in handling the affairs of his family, especially now that he has added second wife.

“I feel delighted today and I pray God to guide me to handle the affairs of my family positively,” he said.

He also appreciated the Speaker, members of the House and staff of the legislature as well as other well wishers for their support.

Hudu, who is the Chairman, House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, prayed God to grant the guests safe journey to their various destinations.

The lawmaker assured the his constituents of effective representation at the state legislature.(NAN)