Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated the Muslim faithful on the Eid-ul-Adha celebrations.
He said the season symbolises faith and total reliance on God.
The Governor also congratulated the pilgrims who gathered at Mount Arafah in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
Mount Arafah is a major pillar of Hajj rites.
He prayed to Allah to accept their pilgrimage and supplications, urging them to always pray for Nigeria as a country.
In a statement released and signed by Rafiu Ajakaye, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor rejoice with the Emir of Ilorin.
In the statement:“The Governor joins Mai Martaba the Emir of Ilorin Dr. Ibrahim Sulu Gambari, leader of the faithful and chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, to congratulate the Kwara public, especially the Muslims, on the festivities.
“He calls on transporters and everyone alike to drive safely, and avoid all unhealthy practices that may jeopardise public safety or public health.
“While we thank Allah for His grace and protection over all of us and our community, the season requires us to renew our faith in God and submission to Him, as may be expressed in having excellent relations with fellow humans, enjoining good and discouraging evils and mischief, and contributing positively to the growth of our community at all times.
“His Excellency urges everyone to join hands with the government at all levels to keep the communal values of being one another’s brothers and to develop the state and the country for the benefit of all.”
