Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta state has called for unity among Nigerians, irrespective of political, religious or ethnic differences, to enable the country overcome its challenges.
He made the call in a congratulatory message to Muslims on the occasion of the 2019 Eid-el-Maulud celebration to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
Okowa, in the message by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifejika, urged Muslims and indeed Nigerians to use the celebration for sober reflection and to pray for peace and unity in the country.
The Governor advised Muslims to use the period to reflect on the challenges facing the country, make sacrifices and spread the virtues of peace, love and charity which Holy Prophet Muhammad exemplified.
He charged Nigerians to promote ethnic, political and religious harmony in all their dealings, and work toward building a secure and prosperous nation where peace, justice and equity would reign
“It is a clarion call on all adherents of the Islamic faith to rededicate themselves to upholding the admonitions of the Holy Qur’an in their personal lives and in their relationships with others.
“It is imperative that Muslims and indeed all Nigerians use the opportunity of the celebration to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and live a life of piety, prayer, honesty, selflessness, charity, tolerance and good neighbourliness.
“As we continue to build on our ‘Stronger Delta’ vision, we will continue to partner our Muslim brothers living in Delta by promoting the welfare of all citizens while ensuring the protection of lives and property, the Governor said.
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