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EDO STATE GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO URGES MUSLIM FAITHFUL TO PRAY FOR PEACE IN EDO, NIGERIA
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated Muslim faithful as the Holy Month of Ramadan begins. In a statement, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo State Governor, Fred Itua, said Governor Okpebholo urged Muslim faithful to use the Holy Month to pray for peace in Edo State and in Nigeria. Itua stated that Governor Okpebholo extended his warmest greetings to all Muslim faithful in Edo State and across the country. “As the crescent moon graces our skies, birthing the beginning of the Holy Month of Ramadan, I extend my warmest greetings to all Muslim faithful in Edo State and across the country,” Governor Okpebholo said. Fred Itua quoted Governor Okpebholo as saying, “Ramadan is a time of profound spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and devotion. It is a period of fasting, prayer, and charity, where Muslims are encouraged to strive to strengthen their connection with the Almighty and foster a spirit of unity and compassion within their communities.” Itua stated that Governor Okpebholo urged Muslim faithful to continue praying for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration. “I urge all Muslim faithful to continue to pray for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration, as he works tirelessly to make the lives of Nigerians better and address the many challenges facing our dear country,” Governor Okpebholo said. Fred Itua concluded by stating that Governor Okpebholo wished Muslim faithful a blessed and fulfilling Ramadan Kareem. “May Allah (SWT) accept your fast, prayers, and good deeds. May this Ramadan bring everyone closer to Him and fill our hearts with peace, joy, and blessings,” Governor Okpebholo stressed.
