Biodun Esan, Ilorin
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has felicitated with the Muslim community ahead of the Eid-el-Adha events, asking Allaah to bless the Ummah and keep it on the path of goodness.
The Governor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary Rafiu Ajakaye on Saturday, also congratulated the pilgrims, especially the Kwara State contingent, whose Hajj rites climaxed with their gathering and prayers at Mount Arafah on Saturday, according to a Government House statement.
He asked Allaah to accept their spiritual journey, reward them with Al-jannah Firdaus, and grant them journey mercies back to their homes.
The Governor, meanwhile, urged the Muslim faithful to reflect on the lessons of Hajj and the festivities around it.
He listed such lessons to include virtues of patience, sacrifice, piety, faith in God, justice and fairness, support for one another, and persistent reliance on the Creator in all areas of our lives.
“As a country, we are going through a phase in socio-economic reforms, which comes on the wings of global economic challenges.
“The Governor calls on our compatriots to continue to support and pray for the President and for all of us to do our bits for the progress of our country.
“In Kwara, the Governor welcomes our people back home for the sallah festivities and different socio-cultural activities. A lot has been done to make everyone comfortable and safe, even as different recreational areas are open for people to have a pleasant, memorable time.
“As we journey across the state, we are certain to come across huge construction sites, which may slow down vehicular traffic.
“His Excellency appeals for patience as these projects are part of our rural urban transformation efforts; all geared towards improving socio-economic development, improving travel time, beautifying our communities, and boosting life expectancy for our people.
“The Governor wishes everyone a blessed Eid,” the statement said.
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