Delta State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi
Okowa has felicitated with Muslims in Delta State, Nigeria and all over the
world on the occasion of the 2016 Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
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| Governor Ifeanyi Okowa |
Governor Okowa in a statement by his
Chief Press Secretary, Charles Ehiedu Aniagwu, enjoined all Muslim faithful in
Delta State and Nigerians in general to extend the spiritual benefits of
Ramadan, which are love, peace and justice to their daily living and through
this contribute to the development of the nation.
"I felicitate with all
Nigerians, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters on the auspicious occasion
of this year’s Eid-el-Fitri celebrations. I congratulate all of our countrymen
and women who have successfully undertaken the purifying Ramadan fast.
"As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitri,
it is my hope and prayer that Ramadan’s spiritual lessons and the Holy
Prophet’s teachings of piety, love, justice, fairness, equity, peaceful
co-existence with others, tolerance, honesty and dedication to duty will remain
with us all for the benefit and greater glory of our dear nation.
"On behalf of my family, the government
and people of Delta State, I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims in Delta
State, Nigeria and around the world celebrating Eid-el-Fitr.
"As Muslims celebrate Eid across
Nigeria, it is important to remind Nigerians of the importance of respecting those
of all faiths and beliefs.
May the lessons and blessings of the
Holy Month also permeate into us all, and positively influence our attitudes
towards our fellow countrymen and women, irrespective of religion or places of
origin; and promote greater commitment to the peace, unity and stability of the
nation.
"It is my hope that today brings
joy to all of your homes, both here in Delta State, Nigeria and around the
world.'' he said.
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