Ibadan- Gov. Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State on Thursday rejoiced with Muslims in Oyo State in particular and the country in general on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitri festival.
Ajimobi’s message is contained in a press statement signed by Oyo State’s Head of Service, Soji Eniade, in Ibadan.
“Ajimobi rejoices with Muslims in the country and Oyo State in particular on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr festival.
“Ajimobi praised almighty Allah for sparing the lives of all Muslims to witness yet another Eid-el- Fitr, and urged them to imbibe the lessons of Ramadan.
“This includes its message of tolerance for the other persons as well as forgiveness of sins”, it said.
The statement noted that the month-long Ramadan fasting period was meant to affirm that even as mortal, man could move towards perfection through the denial of the desires of the flesh.
He advised Muslim faithful to ensure that the Sallah celebration was held in an atmosphere of peace, harmony and unity. (NAN)