Eid-el-Kabir: Gov Mutfwang Seeks Prayer For Peaceful, United Nigeria

Source: Leadership
Author: Achor Abimaje

Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has joined well-wishers around the world to celebrate the 2024 Eid-el-Kabir, calling on Muslim Ummah in the state and beyond to pray for the peace and unity of Nigeria.

Governor Mutfwang in a message by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr. Gyang Bere congratulated the Muslim community on the significant milestone.

He urged them to devote time to reflect deeply on the virtues of love, peace, charity, tolerance, and commitment to peaceful co-existence in Plateau and Nigeria.

"I heartily rejoice with the Muslim Ummah on this unique occasion which reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice and total submission to the will of God Almighty. As we celebrate this event, I encourage all of us to devote time to reflect on the values of love, charity, and selflessness and walk towards building a more united and peaceful Plateau State," Governor Mutfwang said.

He highlighted the significance of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, emphasising that it provides the Muslim Ummah with a great opportunity to invoke God's blessings on Nigerian leaders as they strive to provide the qualitative leadership desired by citizens.

The Governor further reiterated the commitment of his administration to guide, guard, and protect all citizens, as well as to cater to their welfare. Governor Mutfwang noted that his government has supported the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board adequately to ensure the 2024 Hajj proceeds smoothly.

Mutfwang advised the beneficiaries of the 2024 Hajj to pray for the peace and unity of Plateau and the country, urging them to be good ambassadors of the state and to anticipate a safe return.

He further urged citizens to abide by the law and respect government policies aimed at restructuring the state to create a conducive business atmosphere for citizens to pursue their dreams without hindrance.

The governor also reassured citizens of his administration's commitment to addressing the current hardships, particularly those faced by the masses, and assured them of his dedication to securing lives and property.