By Deborah Coker
Sen. Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has called on Muslim faithful in Nigeria to use the period of the Eid-El-Maulud celebration to reflect and draw lessons from the life of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District and Chairman, Senate Committee on Reparations and Repatriation made the call in his Eid-El-Maulud message made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja on Friday.
He also urged Nigerians to combine knowledge with patience to overcome trials with perseverance.
According to him, as we mark the birth of Prophet Muhammad, we are reminded to follow in his footsteps, learn from his life, and draw strength from the way he endured and triumphed over hardships
“God has blessed our efforts and answered our prayers under Mr President, Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Agenda.
“We must combine knowledge, which is a light that guides us, with patience, which helps us overcome trials with perseverance.
“This is what we have learned from the Prophet Muhammad,” Nwoko said.
The lawmaker also stressed that the celebration was significant as it commemorated the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad who devoted his life to the service of Almighty Allah
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“The privilege granted us by Almighty Allah to see another Maulud celebration must be greatly valued as it provides an opportunity for the Muslim Ummah to reflect on Prophet Muhammad’s life of compassion, kindness, and selflessness.
“It is also a time to imbibe the great lessons of unity and togetherness in the teachings of Prophet Mohammed which transcend boundaries and unite people across cultures and generations.
“As we commemorate this memorable day, may peace and social harmony be upon Nigeria and provide fulfilment to all.
Happy Eid-Maulud as we savour the evergreen memories and impactful life of Prophet Mohammed”
Nwoko said.
(NAN)