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Let’s unite to move Nigeria forward -Oshiomhole

- From Vincent Egunyanga, Benin

Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has urged Muslims to continue to cooperate with government to move the state and the country to greater heights.

In his Eid-el-Kabir message, the governor said: “I congratula­te the Muslim Ummah on this year’s Eid-El-Kabir which has pleased Almighty Allah for us to be part of.

“I sincerely appeal to the faithful to harness their thoughts and energies towards the developmen­t of Edo State and the country by joining hands with the government and our President, Muhammadu Buhari, to help the government realize its dream of a better state for all.

“We should remember the lessons of Eid -el-Kabir which are sacrifice, peace and love for neighbours which are the hallmarks of a true Muslim.

“In Edo State, I am proud to say the Muslim faithful are exemples in exhibiting the true teachings of Islam. I however appeal to the Muslim community to continue to join hands with people of other faiths to maintain the prevalent peace which has made our state the safest in the entire Southsouth region and one of the best investment destinatio­ns in the country.

“I pray Almighty Allah will accept our good deeds, forgive our sins and fill our hearts with His love as we celebrate in peace and with joy.”

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