Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has called on Muslim faithful to imbibe the lessons of love and sacrifice which the Eid-el-Kabir symbolises.
Oyebanji in a goodwill message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, congratulated the Muslim Ummah for witnessing this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
He advised them on the need to reflect on the significance of the sacrifice epitomised by the festival as well as promote the virtues of Islam.
The governor urged the Muslim faithful to learn from Prophet Ibrahim who surrendered to the will of the Almighty Allah by sacrificing his son, Ishmael, based on Allah’s injunction.
While expressing optimism that Nigeria would overcome its current challenges, Oyebanji urged Nigerians not to relent in their prayers for the country at this critical time in its history.
He commended the Muslim community in the state for the support given to his administration through prayers, advice and solidarity, saying that he would not take them for granted.
He also thanked them for living in peace and harmony with other adherents of other religions, thereby making the state one of the most peaceful states to live in.
“As we celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, it is my sincere wish that we celebrate in moderation, reflect on the lessons of the Eid-el-Kabir festival and show love to one another.
“Work and pray for the greater level of prosperity for our dear state and country. May God accept our worship as an act of ‘Ibadah. Happy Sallah”, he said. (NAN
