The Ondo State Acting Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has urged the Muslim faithful to use the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir celebration to pray for sound mind and health his boss, Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu.
Aiyedatiwa in his Sallah message on Wednesday in Akure, said the prayer was necessary to enable Akeredolu to pilot the affairs of the state.
He also implored them to emulate Prophet Ibrahim’s heart of sacrifice in their dealings with others.
The acting governor reassured residents of the government’s commitment to peace, unity and sustainable development in the state.
“Warm greetings to our Muslim brothers and sisters from the government of Ondo State under the leadership of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, on this special day of Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
“Eid-el-Kibir celebration symbolises the extent of total submission of Prophet Ibrahim, when he answered the call of the Almighty Allah to sacrifice his only son, Isma’il to Allah.
“I implore all Muslims to emulate the Prophet’s heart of sacrifice in their dealings. It is therefore imperative that Muslims should integrate the teachings of Eid-el-Kabir in their practical daily living.
“I enjoined all Muslim faithful to use the Sallah celebrations to reflect on their past spiritual activities in the last 12 months and make the necessary sacrifice for peace and unity in our dear state and country.
“No doubt, the celebration is normally characterised by several movements in and around the state and the country, it is important that we remain vigilant,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa, while urging Muslims to cooperate with government by obeying the laws of the land and to maintain peaceful environment, said government was doing everything possible to protect lives and property of residence of the state.
“I call on parents across the state not to allow their wards to be involved in criminal activities. Let us celebrate the Sallah in moderation,” he said.
