From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja
Maigari of Lokoja, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ibrahim Gambo Muhammadu Kabir Maikarfi, the fourth has called for obedience to Allah’s instructions as they mark Eid-el- Kabir.
Alhaji Gambo Kabir made the call on Friday in his Palace while addressing his subjects. The Royal father admonished Muslims to always imbibe the lessons of love, tolerance, holiness and generosity and obedience as displayed by the Prophet.
He felicitated with the Muslim Ummah, the government and people of Kogi State and the people of Lokoja Local government in particular on the Eid -el- Kabir celebration.
According to the traditional ruler, “Muslims are expected to use this festive season to reflect on the relevance of this season, show love to all, be obedient and pray for all, the people, government and leaders “, he stated.
He appealed to the Muslims to celebrate with ease, urging the people to pray more at this festive period for the government and those in positions of authority for divine guidance.
The Maigari of Lokoja also enjoined well to do individuals to assist the less privileged at this time of celebration, explaining that such virtue attracts much rewards.
He felicitated with the Chief Servant of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, he Deputy, members of the State Executive Council on the celebration of Eid-el-Kabir.
Alhaji Ibrahim commended the leadership and vision of His Excellency, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo on the transformational leadership, describing the debt cancellation of about one hundred billion naira as heartwarming, saying it is first of its kind.
He also congratulated the Speaker of the Kogi House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar, and members of the House, the State Chairman of APC, Hon. Abdullahi Bello, the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State, Mrs. Folashade Arike Ayoade (PhD), and other government functionaries on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
While wishing the Muslim Ummah a successful celebration, the Maigari prayed for Allah’s guidance and equally prayed for peace, Devine guidance and good health for the entire Muslims during and after the festive period.