Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta on Sunday in Asaba felicitated with Nigerian Muslims on the celebration the Eid-el-Kabir and urged then to pray for the country.
The governor, in a Sallah message by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olsa Ifeajika, urged Muslims to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice as exemplified by Prophet Mohammed.
Okowa said that the Eid-el-Kabir was a season of love, peace, togetherness and sacrifice, which should be used to renew patience and perseverance.
He urged Nigerians to embrace religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence, saying “this will promote peace across the country and enhance national development. ”
Okowa said that the Eid-el-Kabir celebration should be used to intensify prayers for Nigeria to enable it overcome the myriad of problems confronting it.
“I call on all Muslims to use the period to reflect on the various challenges facing the nation,  we all have do our parts to achieve meaningful development in this nation.
“This season calls for forgiveness and love for one another. There is need for Nigerians to be united and be their brother’s keeper in spite of all odds,” he said.
The governor promised to work with security agencies to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free festival.
“I congratulate the Muslim community in the state on this celebration. I assure you that this administration will continue to partner you to move the state forward.
“ I also commend the Muslim community for its sustained support for this administration, ”he said. 

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