By Stephen Simon
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Muslims in Delta State and across Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid al-Adha celebration, urging them to offer special prayers for peace, unity and national development.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor called on Muslim faithful to embrace the values of sacrifice, compassion and selflessness which define the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
Oborevwori urged Muslims to sustain the tradition of almsgiving by supporting the poor, needy and vulnerable members of society, noting that charity remains one of the core principles of Islam.
He also encouraged Nigerians to remain committed to serving humanity through personal sacrifice, devotion to Allah and support for one another, especially during difficult times facing the country.
The governor further stressed the need for peaceful coexistence among citizens irrespective of religious differences, calling on Nigerians to promote tolerance, harmony and mutual understanding during the festive season and beyond.
Oborevwori expressed optimism that with prayers, unity and collective commitment to nation-building, Nigeria would continue to record progress in peace, security and sustainable development.
