The Governor of Cross River State, Sen Bassey Otu, extends his warmest congratulations to the Muslim community on the occasion of the 2024 Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
He encourages them to reflect upon and practice the fundamental principles and teachings of Ramadan while giving thanks for successfully completing their fasting period.
In a goodwill message delivered by his Chief Press Secretary Mr. Nsa Gill in Calabar, Gov Otu emphasizes that observing Ramadan is an essential aspect of Islam worldwide as it teaches abstinence from worldly pleasures and strengthens one’s faith through prayer and piety according to Qur’anic injunctions.
Gov Otu acknowledges Muslims’ love, selflessness, and sacrifices throughout this holy month while urging them to continue doing good deeds beyond its conclusion. As they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr alongside other religious denominations in Cross River State, he calls for continued prayers for peace and harmony within Nigeria amidst current economic challenges.
Furthermore, Gov Otu expresses gratitude to those who support his people-first agenda aimed at restoring lost glory to society’s poor and vulnerable via government policies and programs.
He added that his administration has within the last 8 months embarked on the rehabilitation and construction of roads and repairs of other critical state infrastructures, enhanced security and introduced measures to improve agriculture, education, health and other sectors of the economy and pledged to do more for the good of the state and country.
Governor Otu charged all citizens across different religious beliefs to demonstrate peaceful coexistence at all times.
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