Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated Muslim faithful in Ogun State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Maulud, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Governor Abiodun described the occasion as an important opportunity for Muslims and all Nigerians to reflect on the exemplary life and teachings of the Prophet, particularly his virtues of compassion, humility, tolerance, justice, selflessness and peaceful coexistence.
He urged the Muslim Ummah to let the lessons of the Maulud celebration transcend religious festivities, stressing that the values demonstrated by Prophet Muhammad (SAW) remain relevant to the task of building a peaceful, united and prosperous society.
He said: “Eid-el-Maulud reminds us of the enduring values of love, compassion, patience, humility, justice and peaceful coexistence that characterised the life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
“We should use this occasion to deepen our commitment to these values and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and friendship among our people, irrespective of religious, ethnic or political differences.”
