The Councillor representing Ward 1 in Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Bello Afeez Olanrewaju, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to Muslim residents across Lagelu, particularly the good people of Ward 1, as well as members and supporters of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), on the occasion of this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlud celebration.
Hon. Bello described the celebration as a significant occasion for Muslims to reflect on the exemplary life, teachings and virtues of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, noting that his message of peace, compassion, justice, humility and love remains relevant to society today.
The Ward 1 Councillor urged Muslim faithful to use the occasion to strengthen bonds of unity, promote peaceful coexistence and show kindness and compassion to one another, especially the less privileged and vulnerable members of the community.
He also called on APM faithful and residents of Ward 1 to continue to support one another and work collectively towards the peace, development and progress of the community.
According to him, religious celebrations provide an opportunity to renew commitments to peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and service to humanity, irrespective of religious or political differences.
Hon. Bello Afeez Olanrewaju prayed for Allah’s continued blessings, peace and prosperity upon the people of Lagelu Local Government, particularly the residents of Ward 1 and the entire APM family.
He wished all Muslim faithful a peaceful, joyful and spiritually rewarding Eid-ul-Mawlud celebration, while calling on everyone to uphold the virtues of love, tolerance, unity and good neighbourliness exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad.
