From Paul Osuyi, Asaba
Delta State Governor and pice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, has urged Muslim faithful to emulate the Holy Prophet Mohammed by imbibing the ideals of his sacrifice.
Okowa charged Nigerians to renew and be focused on their hope for a greater country.
He gave the charge in his congratulatory message to Muslims on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
The governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Olisa Ifeajika in Asaba on Saturday noted that Eid-el-Kabir embodied love, peace and sacrifice beyond the season.
He called for tolerance, synergy and cooperation among citizens for the nation to overcome its current challenges.
Okowa particularly called on Nigerians to embrace peaceful co-existence exemplified in genuine brotherliness and turn to God for forgiveness to kindle the healing of the land of multi-faceted ills confronting it.
The governor thanked Muslims for their contributions and cooperation over the years, and affirmed that his administration would continue to partner the Muslim community and other non-indigenes in the state to build a Stronger Delta.
“This year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration holding amid rising insecurity and economic challenges calls for deep introspection among citizens, especially for its cost in terms of the enormity of lives and property being lost almost daily across the country.
“However, I wish to state that Nigeria will return to the part of recovery and greatness sooner than later, given the resolve by well-meaning citizens.
“And, as you congregate for prayers and celebration, let me assure you of adequate security as measures have been taken by the security agencies in that regard,’’ the governor said.