Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has felicitated Muslim faithful in the state and in the country on the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
The Governor, in his goodwill message, signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, on Sunday, congratulated the Muslim faithful on the completion of the 30-day fast, stressing the need to maintain the level of spirituality that characterized the Ramadan period all through the year.
Governor Oyebanji, admonished Muslims to put the teachings of the holy month to good use in all undertakings, urging them and adherents of other religions to continue to live in love, peace, and harmony with one another as brothers and sisters.
While noting that Ramadan is a season of discipline and sacrifice, the Governor urged Muslims to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with modesty, emphasizing the need to show love and care for the needy above any other form celebration.
He stressed that prayers by the faithful are needed for the state and the country more than ever for God’s blessings and for greater level of peace and prosperity.
Governor Oyebanji who commended Muslims in the state for their unflinching support for his administration through prayers, counsel, and active participation in governance, urged them not to relent in their sundry constructions to the religious harmony and peaceful atmosphere being enjoyed in the State.
He urged adherents of all religions in the state to join the government in promoting peace and orderliness which are necessary condition for sustainable growth and development, leading to shared prosperity for all.
“On behalf of the Government, I congratulate the Muslim Ummah on the Eid-el- Fitri celebration, and pray that Almighty Allah will accept our prayers, grant all our heart desires and preserve our lives to witness many more celebrations.”, the Governor added.
