Governor of the State of Osun, Adegboyega Oyetola, deputy governor, Benedict Alabi, rejoiced with Muslims in the state and across the world on the occasion of the 1442 AH Eid-el-Kabir festival, urging them not to forget the symbolic significance of the celebration.
Also, the Osun Progressives (TOP), of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Monday, called on Muslims to celebrate the Eid-el-Kabir festival with moderation and embrace peace among one another.
The governor in his Eid-el-Kabir message to Muslim faithful in the state, however, encouraged them to take cognisance of the symbolic significance of the festival and imbibe the lessons of obedience and sacrifice as demonstrated by Prophet Ibrahim.
Oyetola in the statement signed by his Chief press secretary, Mr Ismail Omipidan, also called on the worshippers and all Nigerians to use the celebration to pray to Allah to save the country from the resurgent COVID-19 pandemic, insecurity and other challenges facing the nation.
He also emphasised the need for unity, love, tolerance and peaceful co-existence among people in the state and Nigerians in general.
“In the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir celebration, I enjoin us all to respect our differences in terms of religion, tribe or political affiliation, and embrace love, unity, tolerance and peaceful co-existence. In diversity lies our strength,” Oyetola said.
While wishing Muslims a happy Sallah celebration, the governor reminded them that COVID-19 is still here and appealed to them to comply strictly with the safety protocols as they celebrate.
He said: “As we mark the Eid-el-Kabir festival, let’s be mindful that the pandemic is still here with us. We must, therefore, abide by all safety protocols as we celebrate. While the state government has allowed for praying grounds to be opened, we must ensure that the prayers are observed in strict compliance with COVID-19 safety guidelines.”
However, a separate statement by “The Osun Progress” of the APC in the state, called on Muslims in the state to use the period to pray for the unity of the country and against segregation and sectionalism which could cause disharmony in the country.
The group in a statement signed by its Chairman, Rev Lowo Adebiyi in Osogbo, prayed to God to spare their lives to be able to witness more of it in their lives times.
While noting that, the symbol of Islam stands for peace, appealed to them to always work and walk on the path of peace.
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