EID-EL-MAULUD: SANWO-OLU REJOICES WITH MUSLIMS
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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, as they celebrate this yearās Eid-el-Maulud, which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
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Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, urged Muslims to emulate the teachings and deeds of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
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He also implored Nigerians to continue on the path of love, peace, unity and tolerance for a better society, irrespective of religious, ethnic, and political differences.
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Governor Sanwo-Olu also appealed to Muslim Ummah to continue to work with other religious denominations for peace and sustainable growth and development of Lagos State.
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He said, āWe thank God for the grace to celebrate another Eid-el-Maulud this year. On behalf of the Lagos State Government, I rejoice with millions of people around the world, particularly Muslim brothers and sisters in Lagos State and Nigeria, on the occasion of this yearās Eid-el-Maulud.
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“The celebration of Eid-el-Maulud, marking the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is an important ceremony in remembrance of the birth and life of the great Prophet of Allah.
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āI want to implore all Nigerians, particularly Lagos residents, to keep praying and working together for peace in our dear Lagos State and Nigeria. Let us be hopeful of a better country.”
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GBOYEGA AKOSILE
SPECIAL ADVISER – MEDIA AND PUBLICITY
15 SEPTEMBER 2024
