Eid-El-Fitri: Makinde congratulates Muslim faithful for successful Ramadan



Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo



The former member of house of representatives, Ife Federal Constituency, Hon. Rotimi Makinde has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria for the successful end of the Ramadan fast.


Makinde's message was contained in a statement signed by him on Tuesday in his hometown, Ile-Ife, Osun state.


The statement reads: “On behalf of my family, the people of Ile-Ife federal constituency, I heartily rejoice with all the Muslims in Nigeria as they join their counterparts in other parts of the world to celebrate Eid El Fitri.


"I wish all of you a peaceful and sweet celebration and pray the Almighty God to grant your heart desires,” Makinde said.”


He wished Muslims Eid Mubarak as they celebrate the feast of Eid El Fitri, urging them to continue to offer prayers for peace, unity and prosperity of Nigeria saying,


He said “Islam is a religion of peace and if its adherents go to God in prayer with sincerity, He will surely answer.


"I therefore ask you to pray for your leaders and the peace and unity of our dear country. I believe with your prayers, Nigeria will overcome its current challenges.


“Wherever you find yourselves, radiate the peace that Islam preaches and the love and care for the less privileged that Prophet Muhammad exemplified.”