The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, extends warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah in Ilorin Emirate, Kwara State, Nigeria, and across the world on the occasion of Eid-Maulud 1448 AH, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

The Emir also urged Muslims to use the celebration to reflect on the noble virtues of the Holy Prophet, his humility, compassion, tolerance, honesty, and service to humanity.

Alhaji Sulu-Gambari stated this in a goodwill message issued by his Spokesman, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, stressing that, “Eid-Maulud is not just a celebration, it is a call to emulate the exemplary life of Prophet Muhammad SAW.

“As we mark this day, let us pray for peace, unity, and prosperity for our Emirate, Kwara State, and Nigeria at large. I appeal to faithfuls across all facets of human endeavours to engage in acts of charity, support the needy, and promote peaceful coexistence among all Nigerians irrespective of faith or ethnicity.”

The monarch however prayed Almighty Allah to accept the prayers and sacrifices of the Muslim faithful, and to grant Nigeria leaders the wisdom to steer the nation towards growth and stability.

Alhaji Sulu-Gambari therefore wished all Muslims a peaceful and joyous Eid-Maulud celebration.