The governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has felicitated Muslim faithful in Anambra and across the country on the occasion of Eid-el-fitr which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Mr Soludo, in a message signed by Christian Aburime, his spokesman, called on Nigerians to live in peace, love and harmony with one another.
He urged Nigerians not to lose hope in spite the difficulties and economic hardship in the country and charged them to continually pray for the country.
Mr Soludo who noted that Ramadan was a season of discipline and sacrifice, called on Muslims to celebrate with modesty and to remember the less-privileged amongst them.
“The holy month of Ramadan, no doubt, has drawn you closer to the Almighty Allah.
“The period is characterised by discipline, humility and love for fellow men and women. I urge you not to depart from these noble principles.
“Let the teachings of the holy month define your future relationship with other citizens. I urge you not to lose hope in the country, irrespective of the difficulties and economic challenges the country is currently facing,” he said.
Mr Soludo called on Nigerian leaders, irrespective of their religious differences, to draw from the lessons of the Ramadan in ensuring justice, equity and good governance to every citizen.
According to him, “as leaders, we must realise that we will account of our stewardship to God in the fullness of time.
“I call for peace among the component parts of the country, because without peace, no meaningful development can take place,” he said.
NAN
