- Islamic Cleric Tells Nigerians
- Urges Leaders To Impact Lives, Leave Legacies
- As PDP Wants Citizens’ Welfare Prioritised
By Christy Aboghe/Elizabeth Oduje/Faith Nwanokwasi/Gift Nnaji (with Agency Report)
The Chief Imam of NASFAT Central Mosque, Asaba, Delta State, Alhaji Lukeman Odofin has enjoined Nigerians to be prayerful in the face of the harsh economy rather than protest.
Besides, he urged the political leaders to impact lives of the citizens in order to leave a legacy after they had left the office.
Odofin gave the advice while speaking with our reporters in Asaba, to mark the Eid-el-Malud celebration, adding that if Nigerians should pray and avoid staging protests and abusing their leaders, God will, for the sake of their prayers, avert the country’s economic challenge currently facing them.
The cleric urged Nigerians to be patient, persevere, upright and tolerate each other to have a place in the heart of Allah.
He admonished political leaders and persons in authority to emulate the lifestyle of Prophet Mohammed whose birthday was celebrated.
He advised them to live impactful lives that they will be remembered for when they are no longer in office
According to him, the celebration was in honour of the price Prophet Mohammed paid for mankind, as he wanted all Muslim faithful to be liberated, know God and make paradise.
Also speaking, the Imam of the Asaba Muslim Community Mosque, Abubakar Sadiqi, sent a heartfelt message to Muslims in the State, urging them all to emulate the Prophet Muhammed’s life style of sacrifice, peace and love.
Imam Sadiq, who emphasized the significance of the Eid-el-Maulud celebration said, “We celebrate the birth of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (SAW), a symbol of divine peace, guidance, and wisdom. May his teachings inspire us to spread love, peace, and harmony.”
He urged Muslims to emulate the Prophet’s sacrifice and embody peace and love in their daily lives, fostering a positive lifestyle that benefits the community.
The Imam stressed the importance of upholding justice, equality, and human rights, core values championed by Prophet Muhammad. “This occasion serves as a call to action, encouraging believers to work towards creating a more just and peaceful world,” he emphasized.
A Muslim faithful in Asaba, Mohammed Usman highlighted the importance of emulating the Prophet, even in challenging times and reminded Muslims of their responsibility to promote harmony and understanding in the country.
…. PDP Urges GovtsToPrioritise Citizens’ Welfare
Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has advised governments at all levels to prioritise the needs of citizens by allocating resources to projects and programmes that directly impact Nigerian welfare.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, made this statement in Abuja to commemorate the birth of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) with Nigerians, particularly Muslims.
Ologunagba called on the Federal Government to review its policies, specifically the increase in petroleum product prices, tax hikes, and tariffs, which have consequential effects on Nigerians.
He advised leaders whose decisions inflicted hardship on citizens to use Eid-el-Maulud for introspection.
While celebrating with Nigerians, Ologunagba urged them to strengthen their resolve for national rebirth to overcome economic hardship and insecurity. He also encouraged Nigerians to seek divine guidance and care for one another during this critical period.
‘’Eid-el Maulud offers humanity, particularly Nigerian leaders, a rare opportunity to retrace their steps and submit to the Almighty Allah’s will, as exemplified in the Holy Prophet’s life and teachings.
“The PDP charges the Federal Government to end profligacy, curb corruption, and prioritise citizens’ needs by allocating resources to projects and programmes that benefit Nigerians. “Our party urges Nigerians to remain calm, hopeful, and demonstrate love for one another while praying for divine intervention in the nation’s affairs. The PDP celebrates Eid-el-Maulud with Nigerians and wishes them happy festivities,” Ologunaga said.
