..Says occasion calls for sobriety, piety and peaceful coexistence.
By Editor
The Executive Chairman, Ekiti East Local Government, Hon. Oluwasegun Ojo, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to all Muslim faithful in the Council Area, as they observe the annual Eid-El-Kabir festival.
In his Sallah message, he personally signed and made available to newsmen from his office in Omuo-Ekiti, Hon. Ojo urged the Muslim Community to uphold virtues of love, sacrifice, and unity as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim, whose faith and obedience to God, are central to the celebration.
His words: “Eid-El-Kabir is a period of reflection, sacrifice and gratitude. As we mark this holy celebration, I encourage all our Muslim brothers and sisters to continue in the spirit of peace, tolerance and generosity”, he said.
The Council boss, who doubles as the Ekiti State ALGON Chairman, lauded the Ekiti State Governor, His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for good governance and exemplary leadership style particularly as it relates to LGA governance thereby, empowering grassroots administration to implement impactful policies and projects.
He then solicited for people’s continuous support for both the state and LGA/LCDA Government.
The Chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering religious harmony and ensuring inclusive governance for all residents regardless of faith or background. He also called on them to celebrate responsibly and look out for one another during the festivities.
Hon. Oluwasegun, in a related development, presented cash gifts to Muslim faithful while wishing all Muslim faithful in the state a peaceful Sallah celebrations as he prayed for continued progress and Divine blessings in Ekiti East LG and Ekiti State in general.
