By Aliyu Bala Gerengi, Gombe
Gombe State Governor and Chairman of the Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has called on Muslims in the state and across the world to reflect on and emulate the virtues and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as they mark this year’s Eid-el-Maulud.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya made the call in a goodwill message to Muslim faithful, stressing that the significance of the Maulud celebration should go beyond festivities to include a renewed commitment to living by the teachings and exemplary character of the Holy Prophet.
He urged Muslims to draw inspiration from the Prophet’s life, particularly his virtues of peaceful coexistence, compassion, humility, tolerance, modesty, generosity, selflessness and exemplary leadership.
The Governor also called on the Muslim Ummah to use the occasion to pray for peace, unity, stability and prosperity in Gombe State and Nigeria.
According to him, mutual understanding, tolerance and peaceful coexistence remain essential to the development and progress of society.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya urged leaders and citizens to remain committed to their responsibilities and contribute their best towards building a peaceful, united and prosperous society.
He further appealed to Muslims, particularly youths, to celebrate the Maulud festivities peacefully, responsibly and with decorum, while remaining law-abiding and adhering to established guidelines governing public celebrations.
The Governor stressed the importance of tolerance and mutual respect among the diverse people of Gombe State, irrespective of ethnic, religious or other differences.
He called on citizens to protect the peace and tranquillity enjoyed in the state by avoiding actions and utterances capable of undermining the existing harmony.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya assured the people of Gombe State of his administration’s continued commitment to implementing programmes and policies aimed at transforming the socio-economic landscape of the state and improving the wellbeing of citizens.
He wished the Muslim Ummah a peaceful and spiritually rewarding Eid-el-Maulud celebration, praying that the occasion would bring renewed faith, unity, peace and blessings to Gombe State and Nigeria.
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