Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has facilitated with Muslim faithful on the celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Maulud.
Obaseki in a statement on Wednesday, said:
“I celebrate with the Muslim faithful on the occasion of the celebration of the birth of Prophet Mohammed (S.A.W), as we mark this year’s Eid-el-Maulud.
“This celebration offers an opportunity for thoughtful reflection as a people and reinforces the need for tolerance and peaceful co-existence.
“Despite our religious, tribal, ethnic and political affiliations, the prophet’s message of peace and good neighbourliness should motivate us all to work together towards building a strong, united and prosperous Nigeria.
“I also urge the Muslim faithful to use the occasion of the celebration to pray for peace and the progress of our dear nation.
“As a government, we will continue to make policy decisions that reflect our diversity as a people and sustain the peaceful co-existence of all residents in Edo State,” he added.
