Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, on Sunday, appealed to Nigerians to promote peaceful co-existence and pray for the country’s leaders.

 The governor made the appeal in a message during Eid-el Kabir celebration at Akeja Praying Ground in Ado Odo/Ota Local Government  Area of Ogun.

His message was delivered by his deputy, Noimot Salako-Oyedele.

Mr Abiodun said that peace and unity were important for any meaningful development.

He added that prayers for Nigeria’s leaders would help them to do better.

Mr Abiodun said that President Bola Tinubu’s administration had formulated programmes and policies to tackle the country’s challenges.

He appealed to Nigerians to be patient with the administration as it continued to strive to tackle the challenges.

The governor called on Muslims to show love and kindness inthe spirit of Eid-el Kabir.

The Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege, told the Muslim faithful that the celebration was in remembrance of the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim when God asked him to sacrifice his son.

He urged the faithful to always adhere to God’s instructions.

The royal father urged parents to train their children well to reduce vices. 

(NAN)