Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has urged Muslim faithful in the state to prioritise peaceful cohabitation, the hallmark of the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
Governor Adeleke, who congratulated the Muslim Ummah nationwide on the marking of this year’s Eid-el-Maulud in a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke described the birth of Prophet Muhammad as a divine arrangement by Allah to light the path of mankind and bring about everlasting relief in this world and hereafter.
While reflecting on the timeless message of peace and harmony that Prophet Muhammad embodied while he was alive, Governor Adeleke noted that the moments not only call for spiritual reflection but also an opportunity to strengthen bonds of fellowship and goodwill.
“It gives me immense joy to join Muslim Ummah in Osun state and beyond to celebrate the commemoration of the birth of the Holy Prophet of Allah, Prophet Muhammad, Eid-ul-Mawlid is a strong reminder of the unquantifiable blessings that mankind enjoyed, and to also honour the timeline message he passed on to us,” Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in a felicitation message.
“Prophet Muhammad was a light, leading us to not just the way to Allah but also guiding us on building a just and harmonious society. His message of compassion and selfless giving remains timeless as it not only helped uplift the vulnerable but also created an environment of love and peace.”