On Wednesday, a large congregation of Muslim faithful assembled at the Ilorin Central Praying Ground along Yidi Road to perform the two-raka’at Eid-el-Adha prayer in a tranquil setting. The event witnessed the presence of Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, alongside senior government officials, traditional leaders, and party stalwarts.
In a brief address following the prayer session, the governor offered supplications to Allah, seeking enduring peace, harmony, and advancement for both Kwara State and the entire nation. He emphasized the importance of unity among citizens to foster national development.
“We express gratitude to Almighty Allah for granting us the opportunity to observe another Eid. My message revolves around peace, unity, and the progress of our country. I extend Eid Mubarak wishes to everyone,” AbdulRazaq stated.
The governor further urged all Nigerians to stay united and collaborate towards building a better future for the country. He called for collective efforts to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and work for the common good.
Senator Saliu Mustapha, the Turaki of Ilorin, also extended his felicitations to the Muslim community on the auspicious occasion of Eid-el-Adha. He prayed that Allah would accept their acts of worship and grant them longer life to witness more celebrations. “May our acts of Ibadah be accepted, and may we be blessed with many more years to observe this holy day,” Mustapha prayed.
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, offered prayers for sustained peace and prosperity in the state and the nation. He appealed for unity among the people of the Ilorin Emirate, stressing the need for solidarity.
In his sermon, the Imam Imale, Sheikh Abdullah AbdulHameed, encouraged the congregation to reflect deeply on the core lessons of Eid-el-Adha and incorporate them into their daily lives. He highlighted the values of sacrifice, obedience, and compassion.
Prominent dignitaries at the prayer included the Waziri of Ilorin, Dr. Bukola Saraki; the Grand Mufti of Ilorin, Sheikh Sulaiman Faruk Onikijipa; former Vice Chancellors Prof. Shuaib Oba AbdulRaheem and Prof. AbdulRasheed Na’Allah; and a former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Alfa Belgore. Their presence underscored the significance of the event and the collective desire for national harmony.