The Kogi West APC Senatorial District Flagbearer, Hon Sunday Karimi has urged Nigerians, particularly people of Kogi West, to jettison their differences and push for unity as Muslims mark the celebration of this year’s Eid-El-Kabir.
In a statement he personally signed, Hon. Karimi also congratulated Muslims in Nigerians, particularly those from Kogi State who are currently in Saudi Arabia to participate in the rites of the Hajj.
He also thanked the pilgrims for praying for the peace and Unity of the country and Kogi State in particular, urged them to pray for the administration of Gov Yahaya Bello and the peace of the State.
‘‘Indeed, your fervent and sincere prayers, which cut across religion, political and ethnic divides, has energised me to re-dedicate myself to the task of building a great Nigeria and a better Kogi West if elected.
‘‘As we celebrate, I sincerely believe that our nation can make rapid progress on all fronts if we re-enact the exemplary virtues, typified by Prophet (Abraham) Ibrahim, through his sacrifice, patience, steadfastness, generosity and obedience to Allah’s command and constituted authority.
‘‘We must learn to see ourselves as brothers and sisters from the same heritage, who must come to terms with the African proverb that ‘‘a family tie is like a tree, it can bend but it cannot break.’’
Permit me to use this auspicious occasion to congratulate our Muslim brothers for witnessing yet another eid el Kabir celebration in good health. It is my fervent prayers and desires that our tomorrow through our working collectively would be better.
May I on this occasion reiterate my love and resolve to the Islamic religion but assuring that what ever would be required to propagate the religion, be rest assured that of my support if by your support and prayers I’m elected to the National Assembly.
Once again, congratulations and Happy 2022 Eid El Kabir celebration.