Governor Biodun Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has felicitated Muslim faithful in the state and across the country on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan.

The Governor urged Muslims to use the holy month to pray for peace in Nigeria and Ekiti State  in particular, adding that the Ramadan period should be used to exhibit the best virtues that Islam teaches.

Governor Oyebanji,  in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, enjoined Muslims, as well as adherents of other religions to continue to live in love, harmony and peaceful coexistence in this month of Ramadan and beyond.

The Governor said development and progress thrive better in peaceful environments, adding that peace should be sought through prayers and positive actions.

“I want to congratulate Muslim faithful all over the country, especially in Ekiti State on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan. As we begin this holy month, I pray that Almighty Allah will grant us good health and strength to observe the fasting and other acts of worship associated with it.

“I urge all Muslims and adherents of other religions to avail themselves of the opportunity of the Ramadan fasting period to dedicate themselves to the good of humanity, peace and development of our dear state and country. Ramadan Kareem”, the statement added.

Also, Oyebanji greets Christians as Lenten season begins

As Christians commence this year’s Lenten season with the Ash Wednesday, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has stressed the need for believers to use the period to seek the face of God on behalf of the state and Nigeria in general.

Governor Oyebanji, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yinka Oyebode, on Wednesday, enjoined every true believer to use the period for sober reflection and intercession- reflecting on their lives, and developments around the globe as well as interceding on behalf of the state, the country and nations of the world.

The Governor also urged the people of the state irrespective of their political and religious affiliations to continue to live together in unity, which according to him is needed to stimulate the overall development of the state.

Noting that the Lenthen season began few days after the commencement of the Ramadan fasting period, Governor Oyebanji, urged  Christians and Muslims to take full advantage of the fasting season to preach and work towards peace, love and a more harmonious relationship with one another as well as adherents of other religions.

Oyebanji restated the  commitment of his administration to ensuring peace, safety and security of lives and property in the state in order to make it more attractive to local and foreign investments.

“We wish all our Christian brothers and sisters worldwide and in Ekiti in particular a successful completion of the lenten season. We covet  your continued support for the administration and our dear state, more especially this fasting season.”, the Governor added.