Eil-el-Fitr: Osun Scribe congratulates Muslims, sues for tolerance, peaceful co-existence



Opeyemi Bello

The Secretary to the Osun State Government, Alhaji Teslim Igbalaye has congratulated Muslims in Osun State, Nigeria and all over the world on the occasion of the 2023, Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

This is contained In a message of felicitation to the Muslim community on the festival of Eid-el-Fitr where the Osun Scribe praised the spirit of sacrifice and resilience displayed by the community during the fasting period.

Alhaji Igbalaye enjoined all Muslim faithful in Osun State and Nigerians in general to extend the spiritual benefits of Ramadan, which are love, peace and justice to their daily living and through this contribute to the development of the nation.
“I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Muslim brothers and sisters on the auspicious occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitri celebrations. 

"I congratulate all of our countrymen and women who have successfully undertaken the purifying Ramadan fast.

"As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitri, it is my hope and prayer that Ramadan’s spiritual lessons and the Holy Prophet’s teachings of piety, love, justice, fairness, equity, peaceful co-existence with others, tolerance, honesty and dedication to duty will remain with us all for the benefit and greater glory of our dear nation.

“On behalf of the government, I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims celebrating Eid-el-Fitr in Osun State, Nigeria and around the world.

“As Muslims celebrate Eid across Nigeria, it is important to remind Nigerians of the importance of respecting the faiths and beliefs of all".

He enjoined all Muslim faithful and Nigerians in general to use the occasion of the celebration for sober reflection and pray for peace, unity and progress of the nation

“May the lessons and blessings of the Holy Month also permeate into us all, and positively influence our attitudes towards our fellow countrymen and women, irrespective of religion or place of origin; and promote greater commitment to the peace, unity and stability of the nation. It is my hope that today brings joy to all of your homes, both here in Osun State, Nigeria and around the world,” he said.


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