The Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed, in his message enjoined Muslims to imbibe the spirit of forgiveness, love, and respect for one another to strengthen the existing peace in the state.
Also, the Ekiti State governor, Biodun Oyebanji, in a congratulatory message signed by his special adviser on media, Yinka Oyebode, urged Muslims not to forget the lessons of piety, devotion, humility, sacrifice, and submission to the will of Allah, which were the hallmarks of the 30-day spiritual journey.
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, in his message, charged Muslim faithful and other residents of the state not to lose faith in the country but to intensify prayers and renew their hope, believing that the country would overcome its current challenges.
Furthermore, the Kebbi State governor, Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, enjoined the people of the state to support the administration of the governor-elect, Dr. Nasiru Idris, saying that based on his pedigree and experience, he would do better than his government.
Governor Darius Ishaku of Taraba State described Ramadan as an important event in the Islamic calendar and its observance by the Muslim faithful as required of them by their faith as a demonstration of self-discipline, self-denial, and sacrifice.
Also, the Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir el-Rufai, appealed to all the communities in the state to uphold peace and harmony despite the present security challenges.
More so, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, in his message, charged Nigerians, in the spirit of Ramadan, to remain focused on peace and the rule of law in the country and refuse to be distracted.
Daily Trust Saturday reports that Muslims, in their thousands, trooped out yesterday in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, to celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Fitr, which was held peacefully.
The two rakat prayers to end the Ramadan fast were observed in various praying grounds, led by chief imams.
In Borno, the Muslim faithful in Maiduguri and its environs observed peaceful Eid-el-Fitr and Durbar celebrations.
Shortly after Eid prayer, the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar Ibn Garbai Umar El Kanemi, played host to the vice president-elect, Senator Kashim Shettima, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, and other dignitaries to a durbar at his palace.
The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, also urged the Muslim faithful to use the period of Eid-el-Fitri to reflect on the lessons of sacrifice, tolerance, and love that the feast epitomizes.
On his part, the Delta State governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, urged all the Muslim faithful in the country to display the spiritual benefits of Ramadan, which include love, peace, and justice, in their daily lives and, through this, contribute to nation-building.
The Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, and his predecessor, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, admonished Muslims to imbibe the lessons of Ramadan.
Furthermore, the Anambra State governor, Charles Soludo, urged Nigerians not to lose hope despite difficulties in the country.
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, in his message, called on Muslims in the state to remain united and pray for a smooth and peaceful transition as the November governorship election draws closer.
