Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has, on the occasion of the Hijrah 1446, called on all citizens of the state to sustain the religious harmony already existing in the state.
The governor congratulated Muslim faithful in the state and the country on the occasion of the commencement of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1446.
He stated this in a press release by his Special Adviser (Media), Sulaimon Olanrewaju.
The Islamic New Year commemorates the migration of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) from Makkah to Madinah.
Makinde prayed that Hijrah 1446 will be filled with the mercies and blessings of Almighty Allah.
The governor urged Muslims to internalise the lessons of the season and the values exhibited by Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
He said the values and virtues, if imbibed by all, would transform the people and the society.
Governor Makinde urged everyone, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, to seize the opportunity of Hijrah 1446 to reflect on the values and apply them to their lives.
“As we commence Hijrah 1446, I urge Muslims and all citizens of Oyo State to imbibe the lessons of hard work, determination, perseverance, love, harmony, positivity and spreading goodness, which the migration of Prophet Muhammad from Makkah to Madinah symbolises.
“These are values and virtues which, if imbibed by every one of us, irrespective of our station in life, would transform us and our society.
“I want to urge every one of us, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, to seize the opportunity of this season to reflect on these values and apply them to our lives as necessary.
“It is my candid opinion that doing so would profit us individually and collectively.
“I also implore everyone to use this Hijrah celebration to pray for the peace, unity and progress of our dear country, Nigeria.
“Once again, I congratulate our Muslim brothers and sisters and wish them a very prosperous Hijrah 1446,” he said.
