The Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, who is also the Chairman of the Niger State Council of Traditional Rulers, has urged the Muslim faithful to remain prayerful for the preservation of peace, unity, and progress in the country.
The Etsu Nupe delivered this message from his Wadata Palace in Bida, in a goodwill message to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the new Islamic year (Muharram) 1445 on Wednesday.
The esteemed royal leader emphasized the significance of the Islamic event, which revitalizes the values of faith, sacrifice, obedience, love, tolerance, charity, and peaceful coexistence, all of which were exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
According to the Etsu Nupe, the first day of Muharram commemorates Prophet Muhammad’s migration from his birthplace, Mecca, in search of a peaceful and accommodating environment to practice Islam.
He explained that it was on this day that Prophet Muhammad embarked on the Hijrah from Mecca, his place of birth, to Medina, the ancestral home of his mother, in order to peacefully practice Islam.
“This reminds us of the importance of embracing patience, perseverance, tolerance, moderation, and compassion,” stated Alhaji Abubakar.
The Traditional Ruler congratulated the Muslim faithful on the occasion of the new lunar calendar, Hijrah 1445, and urged everyone to reflect on the purpose of the day, with the hope that humanity would be guided by its lessons and significance in daily life and interactions with others.
He emphasized the need for religious tolerance, mutual respect, and compassion towards all individuals, regardless of their beliefs.
Furthermore, he stressed that Nigerians’ collective faith in God and their continuous prayers for peace, unity, and progress were essential for the realization of the dreams and aspirations of the nation’s founding fathers.
He expressed confidence that sustained prayers would enable the nation to overcome the challenges and threats to its peaceful coexistence.
Alhaji Abubakar explained that the two major religions in the country preached peace and unity, and therefore, Nigerians should embrace these teachings instead of stirring up trouble.
“Let us revive the teachings of the Prophet by spreading peace wherever we find ourselves,” he urged.
The Etsu Nupe opined that as sincere Muslims, “we are supposed to follow all that the Prophet of Islam preaches and teaches.”
“Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) preached peace, love, and unity, and as true followers of Islam, we should emulate the same principles in order to enjoy the blessings of God Almighty in this life and the hereafter.”
Abubakar called on Nigerians to uphold tolerance and live in harmony with one another, regardless of religious, cultural, and ethnic differences.
He emphasized that peace and unity were vital tools for national development, and therefore, Nigerians must strive to maintain them in order for the nation to progress.
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