File photo: Edo Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa

Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has urged Muslim faithful to promote peace, unity, and compassion on the occasion of Eid-ul-Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

While felicitating with Muslim faithful in the state, Idahosa, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, urged Muslims to use the occasion to reflect on the exemplary life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), particularly his virtues of peace, compassion, humility, tolerance and love for humanity.

The Deputy Governor called on the Muslim faithful to uphold these values in their daily lives, stressing the need to strengthen bonds of brotherhood and promote peaceful coexistence among the people.

He also urged Muslims to pray for the continued peace, unity and prosperity of Edo State and Nigeria, while encouraging them to extend kindness and support to the less privileged in their communities. Related News Eid-el-Maulud: Tinubu urges Muslims to imbibe Prophet Muhammad’s virtues 2027: APC denies withdrawing Tinubu campaign council list Eid-el-Maulud: Ex-Kaduna gov urges leaders to embrace justice, tolerance