The Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated the Muslim community in Ondo State as they celebrate Eid-el-fitr and implores them to rekindle their commitment to unity and love for fellow residents.
The Governor, in his message to the Muslim community, prays that this year’s Eid will bring blessings, peace and prosperity for all Muslim faithful, expressing optimism for a sustained peaceful coexistence in the State.
The Governor says: “As the crescent moon appears, bringing to an end the holy month of Ramadan, I rejoice with our Muslim brothers and sisters on this year’s Eid-el-fitr and urge them to also use this celebration to reflect on the lessons of Ramadan.
“As we celebrate with you, may Allah shower His countless blessings upon you and your loved ones.
“Happy Eid-el-fitr celebration.”
While thanking Muslim clerics and leaders across the State for their support and prayers for the State, he promises to continue to provide conducive environment for religious harmony in the State.
Similarly, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has commended the Muslim Ummah for the successful completion of this year fast, and celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.
The party noted that the gains of such spiritual sacrifice and exercise, which include rejuvenation of individual’s prayer life, could not be overemphasized.
Ondo APC rejoiced with all it’s members in particular, and entire Muslim Ummah, calling on them to see consistent praying as a way of life.
“We congratulate you on the spiritual exercise and sacrifice. While celebrating, we appeal that you remember to show love by sharing with others.
“There is no doubt that your prayer life has been rejuvenated, in the last one month, the zeal should be sustained, in the interest of Nigeria and humanity,” the statement added.
While assuring that APC-led government would continue to prioritize good governance, with people’s well-being at the nucleus of every policy, the party canvassed support for the government.
Ahead of the forthcoming primary, the State chapter further appealed to the political class, to always place State interest ahead of personal considerations.
The ruling party applauded “the encouraging conducts” of its members, since the commencement of campaigns for governorship primary, and urged them to sustain the feat.
Alex Kalejaye, Publicity Secretary, Ondo APC.
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