Osun State Governor -Elect, Senator Nurudeen Jackson Ademola Adeleke has described Prophet Muhammed’s birthday as a worldwide remembrance of rejuvenation of monotheism to the glory of Almighty Allah, called for prayers of people of faith as he prepared to assume the governorship of Osun state.
In his message to muslim faithfuls in Osun state and beyond, the Governor-elect widely known by his name Nurudeen (Imole) said the reaffirmation of God’s supremacy and sovereignty over his creations resounded on the birthday of the prophet which he termed a period of hope and rebirth for all believers.
“Today’s global celebrations of Prophet Muhammed’s birthday is a signal of divine grace, favour and mercy on all humanity. The prophet’s message to the world from the Arabian Peninsula is that of enlightenment and fervent call for surrender to Allah and doing good to all irrespective of colour, faith and nationality.
“I join Muslim faithfuls locally and internationally to mark this significant and sacred day when the messenger of Allah entered this world thereby starting new wave of revival and expansion of faith in Almighty God. As we celebrate in prayers and rededication to teachings of our Prophet, I urge our religious leaders to intensify prayers for a peaceful transition of power next month.
“The prayers of clerics and their congregations are indispensable as we prepare for a new Osun State. As a strong believer myself, we must put the wellbeing of our state at heart even as we recommit ourselves to fair and equitable leadership in the management of state affairs”, Senator Adeleke concluded in the congratulatory message.
