Political leaders in the country including state governors and the President of the Senate, GODSWILL AKPABIO, have congratulated Muslims on the occasion of this year’s Eid-El-Maulud celebration.

In their respective message to the Muslim faithful on the occasion commemorating the birth of Prophet MOHAMMED, the leaders urged them to pray for peace and prosperity in the country.

In a message issued on his behalf by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Hon ESEME EYIBOH, the President of the Senate enjoined the Muslim faithful to increase their prayers for those in authority and for the nation.

Governor DAPO ABIODUN of Ogun State, in his Eid-El-Maulud message, urged Muslims across the country to offer prayers for the peace and prosperity of Nigeria.

In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, LEKAN ADENIRAN, Governor ABIODUN emphasized the need for Nigerians to come together and pray for the country’s progress, unity and development.

Governor DIKKO UMARU of Katsina State enjoined Nigerians of all religious creeds to imbibe the virtues of true brotherhood and compassion for humanity, in their inter-personal relationships.

According to him, doing so will greatly assist in promoting national peace, unity and integration in a pluralistic society like ours.

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. HYACINTH ALIA, charged all the Muslim Faithful in Nigeria, to follow the exemplary leadership of the Holy Prophet MUHAMMED, by promoting peaceful co-existence among the various segments of the society.

Governor ALIA in a message of felicitation urged them to shun ethnic, political, and religious differences and work towards building a safer and better Nigeria.

In a statement by his spokesperson, SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS, the Governor of Zamfara State, DAUDA LAWAL urged the Muslim communities to cherish the occasion of Maulud and reflect on the teachings of Prophet MUHAMMAD.

The Governor charged the Muslims to pray for peace and prosperity in Nigeria.

While commemorating this significant event, Governor AHMADU FINTIRI urged Muslims to deepen their commitment to the principles of peace, unity, and harmonious coexistence.

Governor FINTIRI also appealed to all Muslims to offer fervent prayers for the peace and development of the country.

In his Eid-El-Maulud message, Governor UBA SANI of Kaduna State charged Muslims to pray fervently for peace and progress in the country.

Governor SANI described this year’s Eid-El-Maulud celebration as an opportunity for the citizens to imbibe the virtues of Prophet MOHAMMED in order to heal their communities and rebuild badly damaged relationships.