Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has congratulated Muslims across the World on the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
He described the occasion as a moment for sober reflection and an occasion for love, peace and sacrifice.
He said it was a privilege to witness the great day, and Muslims should use it to promote the virtues and ideals of the holy prophet.
“We should all live by the exemplary life and teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
“We should endeavour to make sacrifices and be our brothersâ keepers at this trying moment in our nation’s history,” Governor Buni said.
The governor further called on the Muslim community to promote peace and peaceful coexistence with both Muslims and non-Muslims.
He said; “Let us use the occasion to spread love, sacrifice and support for less privileged persons who are in need of support as it was the moral character of our beloved prophet.
“Prophet Muhammad was a messenger of peace who enjoined us to live in peace. We must therefore emulate his life and spread his teachings in our relationship with others,” the governor advised.
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