File photo: Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri.
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged Muslim faithful to use the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad to reflect on and practise his teachings on unity, compassion and peace.
The governor gave the admonition in his Eid-el-Maulud greetings to Muslims in the state and across the country.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Daniel Alabrah, on Tuesday, Diri noted that the Feast of Eid-el-Maulud was a celebration of love and the virtues of sacrifice.
He enjoined Muslims to demonstrate practical love, be their brothers’ keepers and promote peaceful coexistence with others. Related News Fubara felicitates Muslims on Eid ul-Mawlid, urges peace, tolerance Pack your bags, Melaye tells Tinubu ahead of 2027 polls Poor university rankings could stunt Africa’s growth – Jonathan
