Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has congratulated Muslims in the state and across Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Maulud, calling for renewed prayers and collective actions that promote peace, unity, and prosperity.
In his goodwill message, the governor described the Prophet Muhammad’s (Peace Be Upon Him) birth as a reminder of timeless virtues—humility, patience, compassion, and justice—which, he said, remain the pillars of a just and harmonious society.
His Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah quoted him thus,
“Eid-el-Maulud is more than a celebration; it is a call to live by the values that bind us as one people. If we embrace the Prophet’s teachings of kindness, fairness, and justice, we can overcome divisions and build a society rooted in peace and progress,” Ododo stated.
He urged Muslims to extend love and generosity to their neighbours, particularly the less privileged, stressing that deliberate acts of kindness strengthen community bonds and foster unity.
The governor also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a safer, more inclusive, and economically vibrant Kogi State through people-centered policies.