Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated with Muslims in Delta State and across the country on the occasion of this year’s Eid el Kabir celebration, urging them to offer special prayers for peace, unity and national development.
The governor also called on Muslim faithful to embrace the virtues of sacrifice, compassion and selflessness which the Eid-el-Kabir festival represents.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori encouraged Muslims to sustain the practice of almsgiving by extending support to the poor, needy and other vulnerable persons in society.
He described charity as one of the core principles of Islam and urged Nigerians to remain committed to serving humanity through the sacrifice of their time and resources in devotion to Allah and in support of one another, especially during difficult times.
The governor stressed the need for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians irrespective of religious differences, calling on citizens to promote harmony, tolerance and understanding during the festive season and beyond.
Oborevwori expressed optimism that with unity, prayers and collective dedication to nation-building, Nigeria would continue to record progress in peace, security and sustainable development.
He wished Muslims a peaceful and fulfilling Eid-el-Kabir celebration and urged them to celebrate responsibly while reflecting on the values of faith, sacrifice and love for humanity.
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