Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria, particularly in Lagos State, as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Maulud, which marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
In a statement on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu urged Muslims to emulate the teachings and deeds of the Holy Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).
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.
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.
He said, “We 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 year’s Eid-el-Maulud.
“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.
“I 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”.
