By our reporter
The senator Representing Kogi West senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Smart Adeyemi, has felicitated with Muslims nationwide on the occasion of the Eid-el-Adha.
In a message released to newsmen Saturday, senator Smart, urged Muslims to retain the virtues and lessons of Prophet Abraham taught as regards the obedience to God.
He said: “I congratulate my Muslim brothers and sisters on this auspicious occasion. May Allah (SWT) accept all our acts of ibadah, reward us with His abundant mercies and preserve our lives in good health to witness many more prosperous years Ahead.
“As Muslims you must especially commit to praying for continued peace and security in Nigeria, especially as the government is working to find lasting solutions to the problems of insecurity bedeviling the country.”
Continuing, The lawmaker added, “As Muslim ummah mark this year’s Eid-el-Adha, and in the face of the impending insecurity and politics come 2023; I call on politicians across party divides to play the game with maturity, decency and to engage with decorum in order to avoid creating unnecessary tension.
” We need to remind ourselves of our obligation be tolerant of one another as well as ensuring peace and unity in the land.
“So let us not stop working and praying for peace especially at a time that the country is moving towards the next cycle of elections.” he advised.
He also wants the Muslim ummah to continually exhibit the virtues of love during and after the Eid-el-Adha celebration.
