Eid-el-Maulud: Abiodun urges Muslims to embrace Prophet’s teachings of peace, compassion

The Ogun State governor urged Muslims to embrace the Prophet's teachings of peace and compassion on Eid-el-Maulud. According to Premium Times, he called on religious leaders and the Muslim faithful to pray for peace, stability, and prosperity in Ogun State and Nigeria.

The Christian Association of Nigeria also marked the occasion, issuing a statement that urged Nigerians not to allow themselves to be divided along religious lines. Daily Post Nigeria reported that the association's president, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, noted the importance of values such as mercy, justice, and peaceful coexistence, especially during difficult times.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, felicitated with Muslims on the occasion, urging them to reflect on the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad. Punch reported that she called on Muslims to promote peace, compassion, unity, and peaceful coexistence, and to sustain the tradition of peaceful coexistence in Kogi Central.

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