Date: 2014-07-21

Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has urged Nigerians living in Morocco to continue to demonstrate high sense of patriotism that *can* further portray the image of Nigeria as a peaceful and harmonious nation.

The monarch who is also the Chairman, Kwara State Traditional Council stated this in Casablanca, Morocco while meeting with Nigerians at the end of the World Islamic Conference. He urged them always remember Nigeria in prayers to overcome her challenges.

Gambari noted that being abroad especially Morocco, should afford them the opportunity of meeting with citizens of other countries as well as Nigerians and engage themselves in rigorous discussions to make the nation better.

According to him, "The insecurity challenge facing the nation is a global phenomenon which calls for sober reflection most importantly in the glorious month of Ramadan so as to erect a formidable, strong and reliable structure that we can all seek refuge therein.

"Please, endeavour to relate with yourselves with the best character in order to debunk the rumour that our country is a no go area for visitors. Attract people with good characters, be steadfast, be good ambassadors and promote the image of Nigeria in all ramifications."

The monarch however urged them not to forget their respective homes stressing that with strong supports from the entire citizenry, God is capable of guiding Nigeria leaders towards providing a facilities that had made developed countries a regular tourism centre for all developing nations.

He also advised them to be in tune with happenings in Nigeria most especially in their respective localities with a view to contributing positively to the growth and development of the nation in the area of human capital development.

"As we all know, government cannot do it alone, it therefore behoves well to do individuals both at home and in Diaspora to be committed and concern with the decadence of our values among other good things ever attributed to our dear nation in the past", he added.